Panasonic NVgs500

GN

Before use, please read these instructions completely.

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Operating Instructions

Digital Video Camera

Model No. NV-GS500

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Information for your safety

ª Carefully read the Operating Instructions and use the Movie Camera correctly

≥Injury or material damage resulting from any kind of use that is not in accordance with the operating procedures explained in these Operating Instructions are the sole responsibility of the user.

Try out the Movie Camera.Be sure to try out the Movie Camera before recording your first important event and check that it records properly and functions correctly.The manufacturer is not liable for loss of recorded contents.The manufacturer shall in no event be liable for the loss of recordings due to malfunction or defect of this Movie Camera, its accessories or cassettes.Carefully observe copyright laws.Recording of pre-recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material for purposes other than your own private use may infringe copyright laws. Even for the purpose of private use, recording of certain material may be restricted.

≥The Movie Camera uses copyright-protected technologies and is protected by the patented technologies and intellectual properties of Japan and the U.S. To use these copyright-protected technologies, authorization of the Macrovision Company is required. It is prohibited to disassemble or modify the Movie Camera.

≥SD Logo is a trademark.≥Leica is a registered trademark of Leica

Microsystems IR GmbH and Dicomar is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.

≥All other company and product names in the operating instructions are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective corporations.

Files recorded on SD Memory CardIt may not be possible to play back the files on this Movie Camera recorded on and created by other equipment or vice versa. For this reason, check the compatibility of the equipment in advance.≥Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children

to prevent swallowing.

Pages for referencePages for reference are indicated by dashes either side of a number, for example: -00-

The menu operation flow is indicated by >> in the description.

ª WarningTo prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover (or back); there are no user serviceable parts inside.Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

IF THE POWER CORD OF THIS EQUIPMENT IS DAMAGED, IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH AN ELECTRICALLY APPROVED POWER CORD.

Use only the recommended accessories.

As this equipment gets hot during use, operate it in a well-ventilated place; do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, do not expose this equipment to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the equipment.

AC Adaptor≥The rating plate is on the underside of

the AC Adaptor.


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Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

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Contents

Information for your safety ................................... 2

Before usingAccessories.......................................................... 5Optional................................................................ 5Parts identification and handling .......................... 5Fitting the lens cap............................................... 8The one-touch free-style grip belt ........................ 8Power supply ....................................................... 9Charging time and recordable time.................... 10Turning the movie camera on ............................ 10Setting date and time ......................................... 11Using the LCD monitor....................................... 12Using the viewfinder........................................... 12Quick Start ......................................................... 13Inserting/removing a cassette ............................ 14Inserting/removing a card .................................. 15Selecting a mode ............................................... 16How to use the joystick ...................................... 16Help mode.......................................................... 18Switching the language...................................... 18Using the menu screen ...................................... 18Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder ...................... 20Using the remote control .................................... 21Free style remote control ................................... 23

Record modeCheck before recording...................................... 24Recording on a tape........................................... 25Recording check ................................................ 26Blank search function......................................... 26Recording still pictures on a card

while recording image onto a tape .................. 26Recording still pictures onto a card

(Photoshot)...................................................... 27Zoom in/out function .......................................... 29Recording yourself ............................................. 30Backlight compensation function ....................... 30Colour night view functions ................................ 30Soft skin mode ................................................... 31Tele macro function ........................................... 31Fade in/fade out function ................................... 31Wind noise reduction function............................ 32Adjusting the Microphone Sensitivity Level........ 32Anti-Ground-Shooting (AGS) ............................. 33Using the built-in video flash .............................. 33Self-timer recording............................................ 35Wide/Pro-Cinema Function................................ 35Image stabilizer function .................................... 36Continuous Photoshot........................................ 36Recording in various situations

(Scene mode).................................................. 37

Recording in natural colours (White balance) ............................................... 38

Manual focus adjustment ................................... 39Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment........ 39

Playback modePlaying back tape............................................... 41Slow-motion playback/

frame-by-frame playback................................. 42Variable-speed search function.......................... 42Playback on TV .................................................. 43Playing back card............................................... 43Deleting files recorded on a card ....................... 44Formatting a card ............................................... 45Protecting files on a card.................................... 46Writing the printing data on a card

(DPOF setting) ................................................ 46

Edit modeRecording from a tape onto a card..................... 47Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR

(Dubbing)......................................................... 47Using the DV Cable for Recording

(Digital Dubbing)............................................. 48Audio dubbing .................................................... 49Printing pictures by directly connecting

to the printer (PictBridge) ................................ 50

MenuMenu list............................................................. 52Menus related to recording ................................ 54Menus related to playback ................................. 55Other menus ...................................................... 55

OthersIndications .......................................................... 56Warning/alarm indications.................................. 57Functions that cannot be used

simultaneously................................................. 58Before requesting repair

(Problems and solutions)................................. 59Cautions for Use ................................................ 62Explanation of terms .......................................... 66

SpecificationsSpecifications ..................................................... 68


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AccessoriesThe followings are the accessories supplied with this product.

1) AC adaptor, DC input lead, AC mains lead -9-

2) Battery pack -9-3) Remote control, button-type battery -21-4) Free style remote control -23-5) Lens cap -8-6) Multi cable -47-7) Shoulder strap -7-8) Digital video head cleaner -63-9) USB cable and CD-ROM -50-

Optional1) AC adaptor (VW-AD11GN) 2) Battery pack (lithium/CGR-DU06/640mAh) 3) Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU07/680mAh) 4) Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU12/1150mAh) 5) Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU14/1360mAh) 6) Battery pack (lithium/CGA-DU21/2040mAh) 7) Wide conversion lens (VW-LW4307ME) 8) Tele conversion lens (VW-LT4314NE) 9) Filter kit (VW-LF43WE) 10) Video DC light (VW-LDC10E) 11) Video DC light (VW-LDH3E) 12) Light bulb for video DC light (VZ-LL10E) 13) Light bulb for video DC light (VW-LL3E) 14) Stereo zoom microphone (VW-VMH3E) 15) Stereo microphone (VW-VMS2E) 16) Video flash (VW-FLH3E) 17) Tripod (VW-CT45E) 18) DV cable (VW-CD1E) 19) Jacket pouch (VW-SJ05E)

≥Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.

Parts identification and handling

ª Camera

(1) Built-in video flash -33-(2) White balance sensor -38-

Remote control sensor -22-(3) Recording lamp -54-(4) Grip belt

(One-touch free-style grip belt) -8-(5) Lens (LEICA DICOMAR)(6) Microphone (built-in, stereo) -29-, -32-

(7) Speaker -41-(8) Audio-video/S-Video output terminal

[A/V] -47-≥Use the supplied Multi cable only, otherwise

audio may not be played back normally.(9) Terminal for free style remote control

[REMOTE] -23-Microphone terminal [MIC]

≥A compatible plug-in powered microphone can be used as an external microphone.

≥When the movie camera is connected with AC adaptor, sometimes noise may be heard depending on microphone type. In that case, please switch to battery for power supply and noise will stop.

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(10) Viewfinder -12-, -66-

(11) Battery holder -9-(12) Battery release lever [BATT] -9-(13) Power switch [OFF/ON] -10-(14) Status indicator -10-(15) Menu button [MENU] -18-(16) Joystick -16-(17) Mode dial -16-(18) Recording start/stop button -25-

(19) Focus ring -39-(20) LCD monitor -12-, -66-

(21) LCD monitor open part [OPEN] -12-(22) Mode select switch [AUTO/MANUAL/

FOCUS] -24-, -37-, -39-(23) Power LCD button [POWER LCD] -20-(24) USB terminal [ ] -50-(25) DV input/output terminal [DV] -48-(26) Reset button [RESET] -62-(27) Card access lamp -15-(28) Card slot -15-(29) Card slot cover -15-

(30) Cassette holder -14-(31) Cassette eject lever [OPEN/EJECT] -14-(32) Cassette cover -14-(33) Zoom lever [W/T] -29-

Volume lever [s /VOLr] -41-(34) Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT] -26-

Due to limitations in LCD production technology, there may be some tiny bright or dark spots on the Viewfinder screen. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

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(35) Tripod receptacleThis is a hole for attaching the camera to optional tripod/VW-CT45E. (Please carefully read the operating instructions for how to attach the tripod to the camera.) ≥When the tripod is used, operate the camera

from the free style remote control for convenience. (When not using the remote control, attach the clip to the grip belt for convenience. When you move with remote control attached to a pocket, etc., take care to avoid falling of the tripod.)

≥You cannot open the card slot cover when the tripod is used. Insert the card first and then attach the tripod.

(36) Shoulder strap fixtureThis is a fixture for attaching the shoulder strap to hang the camera from your neck or shoulder.

≥Put the strap through the fixture 1 and through the stopper 2 so it will not come off. Extend part 3 by at least 2 cm.

≥Fit the other end of the belt similarly.

(37) Lens hoodIn order to remove the lens hood, rotate it counterclockwise 1. In order to fit it, put into slot 2, and then rotate it clockwise.≥Fit the MC protector or the ND filter of the Filter

Kit (VW-LF43WE; optional) in front of the lens hood. Do not fit the other accessories on the hood. (Except for the lens cap)(Refer to the operating instructions for the Filter Kit.)

≥When fitting the tele conversion lens (VW-LT4314NE; optional) or the wide conversion lens (VW-LW4307ME; optional), first remove the lens hood.(Refer to the operating instructions for the tele conversion lens or the wide conversion lens.)

≥When 2 lens accessories, such as the ND filter and tele conversion lens, are fitted and the [W/T] lever is pressed toward the [W] side, the 4 corners of an image will be darkened. (Vignetting)

(38) Smart accessory shoeThe stereo zoom microphone /VW-VMH3E (optional) or the video DC light/VW-LDH3E (optional) should be mounted here.≥When mounting or removing the accessory,

extend the viewfinder (1).≥When using an accessory for the smart

accessory shoe, the power is supplied from this product.

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Fitting the lens capFit the lens cap to protect the surface of the lens.1 Push the string through the belt. Push the

lens cap through the loop in the string.

≥To fit or remove the lens cap, hold both sides of the lens cap with the tips of your first 2 fingers.

≥The lens cap removed can be hung on the lens cap fixture. (It cannot be hung if the grip belt is used as a hand strap.)

The one-touch free-style grip belt

ª To use as a grip beltAdjust the belt length so it fits your hand.1 Adjust the belt length and the pad position.

1 Flip the belt.2 Adjust the length.3 Fix the belt.

ª To use as a hand strapIf you use the grip belt as a hand strap, then you can carry or handle this camera more easily.1 Flip the belt.

1 Flip the belt.2 Adjust the length.

2 Put your hand through the strap.

≥Use the free style remote control for more convenience.

≥Hold the movie camera in a way that the microphones or sensors are not covered with your hands.

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Power supply

ª Charging the batteryWhen this product is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery before using this product.≥Battery charging time (-10-) ≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries.≥If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee

the quality of this product.≥If the DC input lead is connected to the AC

adaptor, then the battery will not get charged. Remove the DC input lead from the AC adaptor.

1 Connect the AC mains lead to the AC adaptor and the AC mains socket.

2 Put the battery on the battery mount by aligning the mark, and then securely plug it in.

ª Charging lampLights up:ChargingGoes off: Charging completedFlashing: The battery is over discharged

(discharged excessively). In a while, the lamp will light up and normal charging will start.When the battery temperature is excessively high or low, the [CHARGE] lamp flashes and the charging time will be longer than normal.

ª Connecting to the AC outlet

1 Connect the AC mains lead to the AC adaptor and the AC mains socket.

2 Connect the DC input lead to the AC adaptor.

3 Connect the DC input lead to this product.≥The output plug of the AC mains lead is not

completely connected to the AC adaptor socket. As shown in 1, there is a gap.

≥Do not use the power cord for other equipment since the power cord is exclusively designed for the movie camera. Or do not use the power cord of other equipment for the movie camera.

ª Fitting the batteryPush the battery against the battery holder and slide it until it clicks.

ª Removing the batteryWhile sliding the [BATT] lever, slide the battery (or the DC input lead) to remove it.

≥Hold the battery with your hand so it does not fall.

≥Before removing the battery, be sure to set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].

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Charging time and recordable timeThe times shown in the tables below are for when the temperature is 25 oC and the humidity is 60%. If the temperature is higher or lower than 25 oC, the charging time will become longer.

A Charging timeB Maximum continuously recordable timeC Intermittent recordable time

(The intermittent recordable time refers to recordable time when the recording and stopping operations are repeated.) “1 h 5 min” indicates 1 hour 5 minutes.≥The battery CGA-DU14 is supplied.≥The charging time and recordable time shown in

the table are approximations. The times indicate the recordable times when the viewfinder is used. The times in parentheses indicate the recordable times when the LCD monitor is used.

≥We recommend the Battery Pack CGA-DU14 and CGA-DU21 for long time recording (2 hours or more for continuous recording, 1 hour or more for intermittent recording).

≥The recordable time will become shorter in the following cases:≥When you use both the viewfinder and the

LCD monitor simultaneously while rotating the LCD monitor frontward to record yourself, using the 0 lux colour night view function, etc.

≥When you use this camera with the LCD monitor lit up by pressing the [POWER LCD] button.

≥When you use accessories fitted on the camera’s smart accessory shoe such as the stereo zoom microphone and video DC light, etc.

≥The batteries heat up after use or charging. The main unit of the movie camera being used will also heat up. This is normal.

≥Along with the reduction of the battery capacity, the display will change: # #

# # . If the battery discharges, then ( ) will flash.

Turning the movie camera onWhen the movie camera is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment (-66-) may not function properly. Please turn the movie camera on after removing the lens cap.

ª How to turn on the power1 While pressing the button 1, set the

[OFF/ON] switch to [ON].

≥The Status indicator lights red and the power turns on.

≥In Tape Recording Mode or Card Recording Mode, if the [OFF/ON] switch is set to [ON] while the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted, the power turns off.

ª How to turn off the power1 While pressing the button 1, set the

[OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].

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CGA-DU14 (7.2 V/

1360 mAh)

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(2 h 10 min) C 1 h 5 min

(1 h 5 min) CGA-DU21

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(3 h 15 min)C 1 h 40 min

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(1 h 5 min)C 35 min

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≥Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF] when not using the movie camera.

≥The Status indicator goes off when the power turns off.

ª How to turn the power on and off with the LCD monitor/viewfinder

When the power switch is set to [ON], the power can be turned on and off with the LCD monitor and the viewfinder when the unit is in Tape Recording Mode or Card Recording Mode.

1 Open the LCD monitor out or extend the viewfinder to use. (-12-)

≥The LCD monitor or viewfinder will be activated.

2 Close the LCD monitor and retract the viewfinder.

≥The power will not turn off unless the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted.

≥The Status indicator automatically goes off and the power turns off. (If quick start is set to [ON] (-13-), the unit goes into quick start standby mode and the Status indicator lights green.)

≥The power does not turn off even if the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted while recording on a tape.

3 Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder to turn the power on and use the movie camera again.

≥The Status indicator lights red and the power turns on.

Setting date and timeWhen the movie camera is turned on for the first time, [SET DATE AND TIME] will appear.

≥Select [YES] and press the centre of the joystick. Do steps 2 and 3 below to set the date/time.

If the screen shows the incorrect date/time, then adjust it.≥Set to Tape Recording Mode or Card

Recording Mode.1 Set [BASIC] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES].

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2 Move the joystick left or right in order to select the item to be set. Then move the joystick up or down to set the desired value.≥The year will change as follows:

2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ...≥The 24-hour clock is used.

3 Press the joystick to determine the setting.≥The clock function starts at [00] seconds.

ª About date/time≥The date and time function are driven by a built-

in lithium battery.≥Make sure to check the time before recording

because the built-in clock is not very accurate.

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ª Recharging the built-in lithium battery≥If [0] or [--] appears when the camera is

turning on, then the built-in lithium battery has run down. Use the steps below to charge the battery. When turn on the power for the first time after charging, [SET DATE AND TIME] will appear. Select [YES] and set the date and time.Connect the AC adaptor to the camera or attach the battery to the camera, and the built-in lithium battery will be recharged. Leave the camera as is for approx. 24 hours, and the battery will drive the date and time for approx. 6 months. (Even if the [OFF/ON] switch is set to [OFF], the battery is still being recharged.)

WARNINGTHE LITHIUM BATTERY IN THIS UNIT MUST ONLY BE REPLACED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. IF THIS IS NECESSARY, CONTACT THE PANASONIC CUSTOMER CARE CENTRE ON 132600 FOR YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTRE.

Using the LCD monitorYou can record the image while viewing it on the opened LCD monitor.1 Place your finger on OPEN and pull the LCD

monitor out in the direction of the arrow.

≥It can open up to 90o.2 Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor as you

prefer.

≥It can rotate up to 180o 1 towards the lens or 90o 2 towards the viewfinder.

≥The brightness and colour level of the LCD monitor can be adjusted from the menu.

≥If it is forcibly opened or rotated, the camera may be damaged or fail.

≥If the LCD monitor is rotated by 180o towards the lens and the viewfinder is extended (when recording yourself), the LCD monitor and the viewfinder simultaneously light.

Using the viewfinder

ª Extending the viewfinder1 Pull out the viewfinder and extend it by

pinching the extension knob.

≥The viewfinder will be activated. (If the LCD monitor is opened, the viewfinder will be deactivated.)

ª Lifting up the viewfinder1 Lift it up by pinching the viewfinder

extension knob.

ª Adjusting the field of view1 Adjust the focus by sliding the eyepiece

corrector knob.

≥You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder from the menu.

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Quick StartWhen quick start is ON the battery power is stillbeing consumed, even when the LCD monitor and the viewfinder are closed.The movie camera will resume recording/pause mode about 1.7 seconds after the LCD monitor or the viewfinder is reopended.≥Please note in quick start mode approximately

half the pause recording power is being consumed. Using quick start mode will reduce the battery recording/playback time.

≥This is only activated in the following cases.≥A tape or a card is inserted, while the Tape

Recording Mode is set.≥A card is inserted, while the Card Recording

Mode is set.≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode. 1 Set [SETUP] >> [QUICK START] >> [ON].

(-18-)2 While the [OFF/ON] switch is still set to

[ON], close the LCD monitor and retract the viewfinder.

≥The Status indicator lights green and the unit goes into quick start standby mode.

≥The movie camera will not go into quick start standby mode unless the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted.

3 Open the LCD monitor or extend the Viewfinder.

≥The Status indicator lights red and the camera is put into recording pause approx. 1.7 seconds after it is turned on.

ª To cancel Quick Start1 Set [SETUP] >> [QUICK START] >> [OFF].

(-18-)≥If the [OFF/ON] switch is set to [OFF] while the

unit is in quick start standby mode, the power turns off.

≥If the standby continues for approx. 30 minutes, then the Status indicator will go off and the camera will be completely turned off.

≥If the Mode dial is moved or the battery is removed in quick start standby mode, quick start is cancelled and the power turns off.

≥When the movie camera is quick-started with the white balance on automatic, it may take some time until the white balance is adjusted if the scene being recorded has a light source different from the scene last recorded. (When the colour night view function is used, however, the white balance of the scene last recorded is retained.)

≥If the power is turned on in quick start standby mode, the zoom magnification becomes 1k and the picture size may differ from what it was before quick start standby mode.

≥If [POWER SAVE] (-54-) is set to [5 MINUTES] and the unit automatically goes into quick start standby mode, set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF], then to [ON] again. Also, close the LCD monitor and retract the viewfinder and then open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder again.

≥When using the AC adaptor, Quick Start can be used even if a tape/card is not inserted.

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Inserting/removing a cassette1 Fit the AC adaptor or the battery and turn on

the power.2 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the

cassette cover.

≥When the cover is fully opened, the cassette holder will come out.

3 After the cassette holder is opened, insert/remove the cassette.

≥When inserting a cassette, orient it as shown in the figure, and then securely insert it as far as it goes.

≥When removing, pull it straight out.4 Push the [PUSH] mark 1 in order to close

the cassette holder.

≥The cassette holder is housed.5 Only after the cassette holder is completely

housed, close the cassette cover tightly.

≥When inserting a previously recorded cassette, use the blank search function to find the position where you want to continue recording. If you are overwriting a previously recorded cassette, be sure to find the position where you want to continue recording.

≥When closing the cassette cover, do not get anything, such as a cable, caught in the cover.

≥After use, be sure to rewind the cassette completely, remove it and put it in a case. Store the case in an upright position. (-65-)

≥If the indicator of the condensation does not display on the LCD monitor and/or viewfinder and you notice condensation on the lens or the main unit, do not open the cassette cover otherwise condensation may be formed on the heads or the cassette tape. (-62-)

ª When the cassette holder does not come out

≥Close the cassette cover completely, and then open it again completely.

≥Check if the battery has run down.

ª When the cassette holder cannot be housed

≥Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF], then to [ON] again.

≥Check if the battery has run down.

ª Accidental erasure preventionIf the accidental erasure prevention slider 1 of a cassette is opened (slide in the direction of the [SAVE] arrow), the cassette cannot be recorded. When recording, close the accidental erasure prevention slider of the cassette (slide in the direction of the [REC] arrow).

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Inserting/removing a cardBefore inserting/removing a card, set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].≥If the card is inserted or removed with the power

turned on, this camera may malfunction or the data recorded on the card may be lost.

1 Turn off the power 1.

≥Check that the Status indicator has gone off.2 Slide the card slot cover outwards to open.

3 Insert/remove the card into/from the card slot.

≥When inserting a card, face the label side 1 towards you and push it straight in with one stroke as far as it goes.

≥When removing the card, press the centre of the card and then pull it straight out.

4 Securely close the card slot cover.

ª Concerning the card≥Do not format the card with another movie

camera or any personal computer. This operation may make the card unusable.

≥Do not touch the terminals on the back of the card.

≥Electrical noise, static electricity, or failure of the movie camera or the card may damage or erase the data stored on the card. We recommend saving important data on a personal computer by using a USB cable, PC card adaptor, and USB reader/writer.

ª Card access lamp

≥When the camera accesses the card (reading, recording, playback, erasing, etc.), the access lamp lights up.

≥If the following operations are performed when the access lamp is lit, then the card or the recorded data may be damaged or the camera may malfunction.

≥Inserting or removing the card.≥Operating the [OFF/ON] switch or the mode

dial.≥Attaching and removing the battery.

ª SD Memory Card≥The memory capacity indicated on the SD

Memory Card label corresponds to the total amount of capacity to protect and manage the copyright and the capacity available as conventional memory for a movie camera, personal computer or other equipment.

ª Concerning the write protection switch on the SD Memory Card

≥The SD Memory Card has a write protection switch on it. If the switch is moved to [LOCK], you cannot write to the card, erase the data on it, or format it. If it is moved back, you can.

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Selecting a modeRotate the mode dial to select the desired mode.1 Rotate the mode dial.≥Set your desired mode to 1.

: TAPE RECORDING MODEUse this when you record the image on a tape. (Also, you can simultaneously record still pictures on a card while recording images on a tape.)

: TAPE PLAYBACK MODEUse this to play back a tape.

: CARD RECORDING MODEUse this to record still pictures on a card.

: CARD PLAYBACK MODEUse this to play back the still pictures recorded on a card.

: PC CONNECTION MODEYou can view or edit the images recorded on a card on your personal computer.(Refer to the operating instructions for PC connection.)

How to use the joystick

ª Basic joystick operationsOperations on the menu screen and selection of files to be played back on the multi-image displayMove the joystick up, down, left, or right to select an item or file, and then push in the centre to set it.

ª Joystick and screen displayPush the centre of the joystick, and icons will be displayed on the screen. Each time the joystick is moved down, the indication changes.(In the Tape playback mode or the Card Playback Mode, the icons will be automatically displayed on the screen.)1) Tape recording mode

([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO])

≥1 is displayed while recording on a tape.

1 Select by moving up. 2 Select by moving down. 3 Select by moving left. 4 Select by moving right. 5 Determine by pushing the centre.

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2) Tape recording mode([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL])

≥1 is displayed while recording on a tape.3) Tape playback mode

4) Card recording mode([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO])

5) Card recording mode([AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [MANUAL])

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2 Iris or gain value -39-

3 White balance -38-

1 Shutter speed -39-

3 Playback/pause -41-

4 Stop -41-

2 Rewind (review playback) -41-

1 Fast forward (cue playback) -41-

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3 White balance -38-

1 Shutter speed -39-

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Help modeSelect an icon for an explanation of the function.≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.1 Press the joystick to display the icon during

the recording pause. Move the joystick down until icon 1 appears.

2 Move the joystick right to select the Help mode icon [ ].

≥The help mode explains the operation icons displayed when the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO] in Tape/Card Recording Mode.

3 Move the joystick up, left, or right to select the desired icon.

≥An explanation of the selected icon is displayed on the screen.

≥Each time the joystick is moved down, the indication changes.

ª To exit the Help modeSelect [EXIT] icon or press the [MENU] button.

≥When the Help mode is used, functions cannot be set.

Switching the languageYou can switch the language on the screen display or the menu screen.1 Set [LANGUAGE] >> select the desired

language.

Using the menu screenFor each individual menu, please refer to -52-.1 Press the [MENU] button.

≥The menu corresponding to the mode selected by the mode dial is displayed.

≥Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is displayed.

2 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the top menu.

3 Move the joystick right or press it to set the selection.

4 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the sub-menu.

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5 Move the joystick right or press it to set the selection.

6 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the item to be set.

7 Press the joystick to determine the setting.

ª To exit the menu screen Press the [MENU] button.

ª To get back to the previous screenMove the joystick left.

ª About the menu setting≥The menu is not displayed while recording on a

tape or a card. Also, you cannot record on a tape or a card while the menu is displayed.

ª Operating with remote controlThe menu screen transition is the same as when the buttons on the main unit are used.1 Press the [MENU] button.

2 Select a menu item.≥Use the direction buttons (3, 2, 1, 4) and

[ENTER] button in place of the joystick on the main unit.

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Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder

ª Adjusting the brightness and colour level

1 Set [SETUP] >> [LCD SET] or [EVF SET] >> [YES].

2 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the item to be adjusted.

[LCD SET]

:Brightness of the LCD monitor

:Colour level of the LCD monitor

[EVF SET]

:Brightness of the viewfinder

3 Move the joystick left or right to move the bar indication representing the brightness.

4 Press the [MENU] button or the joystick to complete the settings.

≥When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180° towards the lens, the brightness of the LCD monitor cannot be adjusted.

≥To adjust the brightness of the viewfinder, close the LCD monitor and extend the viewfinder to activate it.

≥These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.

ª In order to increase the brightness of the entire LCD monitor

1 Press the [POWER LCD] button.

≥The [ ] indication appears on the LCD monitor.

≥If the [POWER LCD] button is pressed, the entire LCD monitor will become approx. twice as bright as the normal.

≥When the [POWER LCD] button is pressed again, the [ ] indication disappears and the original brightness is restored.

≥This will not affect the images to be recorded.≥If you turn on the camera when the AC adaptor

is used, the [POWER LCD] function will automatically be activated.

≥You cannot use this function in PC Connection Mode.

ª Changing the picture quality on the LCD monitor

1 Set [SETUP] >> [LCD AI] >> [DYNAMIC] or [NORMAL].

[DYNAMIC]: The image on the LCD monitor becomes clear and vivid. Optimum contrast and brightness are set depending on the scenes recorded. Clear and brilliant images are presented.

[NORMAL]: Switches to the standard picture quality.

≥The effect will vary depending on the scene recorded.

≥The picture quality on the viewfinder will not be affected.

≥This function is automatically set to [DYNAMIC] when the brightness of the LCD monitor is increased (the [ ] indication appears on the LCD monitor) and cannot be set to [NORMAL] independently.

≥This will not affect the images to be recorded.≥When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180°

towards the lens, the picture quality of the LCD monitor is temporarily adjusted as if the [LCD AI] is set to [NORMAL].

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Using the remote control

ª Remote controlUsing the remote control supplied will enable controlling almost all the functions of this camera to be controlled.

(1) On-screen display button [EXT DISPLAY] -43-

(2) Date/time button [DATE/TIME] -54-(3) Audio dubbing button [AUDIO DUB] -49-(4) Record button [¥REC] -48-(5) Direction buttons [3, 2, 1, 4] -19-

(6) Slow/frame-by-frame forward button [E, D] (E: reverse, D: forward) -42-

(7) Zoom/volume button [ZOOM/VOL] ¢(8) Search button [VAR SEARCH] -42-(9) Menu button [MENU] ¢ -19-

(10) Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT] ¢(11) Rewind/review button [6] (12) Pause button [;] (13) Stop button [∫] (14) Recording start/stop button [START/

STOP] ¢(15) Playback button [PLAY 1] (16) Fast forward/cue button [5](17) Enter button [ENTER] -19-¢ means that these buttons function in the same manner as the corresponding buttons on the movie camera.

ª Install a button-type batteryInstall the button-type battery supplied in the remote control before using it.1 While pressing the stopper 1, pull out the

battery holder.

2 Set the button-type battery with its (i) mark facing upward and get the battery holder back in place.

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ª Remote control usable range

≥The distance between the remote control and the camera: Within approx. 5 mAngle: Approx. 10o up and 15o down, left, and right

ª Selecting the remote control modeIf 2 cameras are used simultaneously, set the mode for one pair of movie camera and remote control to [VCR1] and that of the other pair to [VCR2]. This will prevent interference between the 2 pairs. (The default setting is [VCR1]. When the button-type battery is replaced, the setting will revert to the default [VCR1].) 1 Setting on the camera:

Set [SETUP] >> [REMOTE] >> [VCR1] or [VCR2].

2 Setting on the remote control:

[VCR1]:Press [D] and [∫] simultaneously. 1[VCR2]:Press [E] and [∫] simultaneously. 2

ª Concerning the button-type battery≥When the button-type battery runs down,

replace it with a new battery (part number: CR2025). The battery is normally expected to last about 1 year, but it depends on operation frequency.

≥Keep the button-type battery out of the reach of children.

≥If the remote control mode of the camera and that of the remote control do not match with each other, “REMOTE” will appear. When the remote control is operated for the first time after the camera is turned on, “CHECK REMOTE MODE” (-57-) will appear and operation is impossible. Set the same remote control mode.

≥The remote control is intended for indoor operation. Outdoors or under strong light, the movie camera may not operate properly even within the usable ranges.

CautionDanger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer’s instructions.

WarningRisk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100 xC or incinerate. Keep the Button-Type battery out of the reach of children. Never put Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed call your doctor.

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Free style remote controlThis controller can be used from different high and low angles. It is also handy when a tripod is used. When you do not use the controller, attach the clip to the grip belt. Left-handed users can use this camera more easily.

(1) Recording start/stop button [REC](2) Zoom lever [W/T](3) Photoshot button [PHOTO SHOT]

ª Connect the free style remote control to the camera

1 Plug the free style remote control into the [REMOTE/MIC] terminal as far as it goes.

ª About the clip (on the backside)

When you move with the clip fitted to your pocket or elsewhere, beware of knocking over the tripod and causing the camera to fall off the table.

≥The [PHOTO SHOT] button on the free style remote control cannot be pressed halfway.

≥If the pin plug of the control is not inserted securely into the [REMOTE/MIC] terminal as far as it will go, normal operation may not be ensured.

≥Before using, make sure that the plug is inserted securely into the terminal as far as it will go.

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Record mode

Check before recordingCheck the following before recording important events such as weddings or when the movie camera has not been used for a long time.Conduct a test recording to make sure that the image recording and the audio recording work properly.

ª Basic camera holding

1) Hold the camera with both hands.2) Run your hand through the grip belt.3) Do not cover the microphones or sensors with

your hands.4) Keep your arms near your body.5) Slightly open your legs.≥When you are in the open air, record images

with the sunlight as far in the background as possible. If the subject is backlit, it will become dark in the recording.

ª Check points≥Remove the lens cap. (-8-)

(When the camera is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the camera on after removing the lens cap.)

≥Grip belt adjustment (-8-) ≥Open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.

(Recording cannot start while the LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder is retracted. Even if the LCD monitor and viewfinder are closed during recording, the power will not turn off until recording stops.)

≥Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder (-20-)≥Power supply (-9-) ≥Insert a cassette/card (-14-, -15-) ≥Setting date/time (-11-) ≥Getting the remote control ready (-21-) ≥Setting SP/LP mode (-24-)

ª About auto mode≥Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to

[AUTO], and colour balance (white balance) and focusing will be adjusted automatically.≥Auto white balance: -66-≥Auto focusing: -67-

≥Depending on the brightness of the subject etc., the aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted for an optimum brightness. (When set to the Tape recording mode: The shutter speed is adjusted to a maximum of 1/250.)

≥Colour balance and focus may not be adjusted depending on light sources or scenes. If so, manually adjust the white balance and focus.

≥Scene mode setting (-37-) ≥White balance setting (-38-) ≥Shutter speed setting (-39-) ≥Iris/gain value setting (-39-) ≥Focus setting (-39-)

ª Recording modeYou can switch the tape recording mode.≥Set to Tape Recording/Playback Mode.1 Set [BASIC] or [ADVANCED] >>

[REC SPEED] >> [SP] or [LP].If the LP mode is selected, the recording time will be 1.5 times the SP mode, but some functions will be disabled.

≥We recommend using the SP mode for important recording.

≥In order to fully exhibit the performances of the LP mode, we recommend using Panasonic cassettes marked LP mode.

≥It is not possible to dub audio onto image recorded in the LP mode. (-49-)

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≥In the LP mode, the picture quality will not be degraded in comparison with the SP mode, but mosaic noise may appear on the playback image or some functions may be disabled.

≥Playback on other digital video equipment or on digital video equipment without the LP mode.

≥Playback of the image on other digital video equipment recorded in the LP mode.

≥Slow/frame-by-frame playback.

Recording on a tapeRemove the lens cap. (-8-)(When the camera is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the camera on after removing the lens cap.)When this unit is purchased, the aspect ratio is set to [16:9] for recording images compatible with a wide-screen TV. To make this unit compatible with regular TVs (4:3), change the [REC ASPECT] setting before recording the images (-35-) or change the [TV ASPECT] setting when watching them on the connected TV (-43-). ≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.

1 Press the recording start/stop button to start recording.

2 Press the recording start/stop button again to pause recording.

≥For the recording time on a tape, refer to -10-.≥Carry out a recording check (-26-) to verify that

the image is recorded properly.≥In order to find the unrecorded section, carry out

the blank search (-26-).≥If you want to preserve the original sound

recorded when audio dubbing (-49-), set [ADVANCED] >> [AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] to record images.

ª On-screen display in the tape recording mode

¢These are only displayed when you press the [PHOTO SHOT] button half way while a card is inserted.These are not displayed when using the remote control or a free style remote control.

1) Recording time elapse2) Remaining tape indication3) Still picture size4) Card indication (-56-)5) Number of recordable still pictures

(When no picture can be recorded, this indication will flash in red.)

6) Quality of still pictures

ª Concerning the remaining tape time indication on the screen

≥The remaining tape time is indicated in minutes. (When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the indication starts flashing.)

≥During a 15-second or shorter recording, the remaining tape time indication may not be displayed or the remaining tape time may not be displayed correctly.

≥In some cases, the remaining tape time indication may display remaining tape time that is 2 to 3 minutes shorter than the actual remaining tape time.

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Recording check The last image recorded is played back for 2 to 3 seconds. After checking, the camera will be set to a recording pause.≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.1 Press the joystick to display the icon during


2 Move the joystick left to select the recording check icon [ ].

≥The [RECORDING CHECK STARTED] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.

Blank search functionSearches for the last part of the image recorded (unused part of the tape). After the search is finished, the blank search function is cancelled and the camera is put into recording pause.≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.1 Press the joystick to display the icon during


2 Move the joystick right to select the blank search icon [ ].

3 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES] and press the centre of the joystick.

ª Stopping blank search midway through

Move the joystick down to select the [∫] icon.

≥If the cassette tape has no blank part, then the camera will stop at the end of the tape.

≥The camera stops at a point approx. 1 second before the end of the last image recorded. When you start recording at that point, the image can be recorded seamlessly from the last image.

Recording still pictures on a card while recording image onto a tapeYou can record still pictures while recording image onto a tape. You can also record mega pixel still pictures.≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button fully while

recording image onto a tape.

≥For the number of still pictures to be recorded on a card, refer to -69-.

≥When recording pictures onto a card, the recording start/stop button is disabled.

≥You can select a picture quality for still pictures to be recorded. (-28-)

≥In order to record still pictures with higher quality, we recommend using the Card recording mode.

≥When recording still pictures, hold the movie camera firmly with your hands and keep your arms stationary at your side so as not to shake the movie camera.

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ª Select the size of still pictures to be recorded on a card in Tape Recording Mode.

1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [PICTURE SIZE] >> select the desired picture size.

REC ASPECT [16:9], [PRO-CINEMA]:: 1280k720: 640k360

REC ASPECT [4:3]:: 1280k960: 640k480

Recording still pictures onto a card (Photoshot) ≥Set to Card Recording Mode.

1 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button halfway in order to adjust focusing. (For auto focusing only) ≥If you set [O.I.S.] to [ON], then the image

stabilizer function will be more effective. ([ (MEGA OIS)] will be indicated.)

≥The iris/gain value is fixed and this camera focuses on the subject automatically.

1 Shutter chance mark± (The white lamp flashes.):

Focusing¥ (The green lamp lights up.):

When in focusNo mark: When focusing is unsuccessful≥The shutter chance mark is indicated as follows

when the [PHOTO SHOT] button is not pressed halfway. Please use it as a guide for recording.

¥ (The green lamp lights up.):When in focus and a good picture can be recorded

± (The white lamp lights up.):Almost in focus

2Focus area2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button fully.

ª To record still pictures clearly≥When zooming in on the subject with a

magnification of 4k or higher, it is difficult to reduce the slight shaking from holding the movie camera by hand. We recommend decreasing the zoom magnification and approaching the subject when recording.

≥When recording still pictures, hold the movie camera firmly with your hands and keep your arms stationary at your side so as not to shake the movie camera.

≥You can record stable pictures without shaking by using a tripod and the remote control.

≥For the number of still pictures to be recorded on a card, refer to -69-.

≥The moving picture and sound cannot be recorded.

≥While data are recorded on a card, do not operate the mode dial.

≥When the access lamp is lit, do not insert or remove a card.

≥Another product may degrade or not play back data recorded on this camera.

≥If set [PICT.QUALITY] >> [ ], mosaic-pattern noise may appear on a playback image depending on the picture content.

≥When the [PICTURE SIZE] is set to other than [ ] or [ ], the mega pixel recording mode is set.

ª On-screen display in the card recording mode

1) Still picture size2) Card indication (-56-)3) Number of recordable still pictures

(When no picture can be recorded, this indication will flash in red.)

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ª Select the size of still pictures to be recorded on a card

1 Set [BASIC] >> [PICTURE SIZE] >> select the desired picture size.

REC ASPECT [16:9]:: 2288k1288: 640k360

REC ASPECT [4:3]:: 2288k1728: 1600k1200: 1280k960: 640k480

≥When you purchase this unit, [REC ASPECT] is set to [16:9]. The sides of pictures recorded when [16:9] is set may be cut at printing. Check before printing.

ª Select the picture quality for photoshot images

1 Set [BASIC] >> [PICT.QUALITY] >> select the desired picture quality.

[ ]: High picture quality[ ]: Normal picture quality≥You can also change the picture quality on

[ADVANCED] >> [PICT.QUALITY] in the tape recording mode.

ª Recording with a shutter operation effect

You can add a shutter operation simulating sound.1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [SHTR EFFECT] >>

[ON].

ª About the shutter chance mark≥The shutter chance mark does not appear in

manual focus mode.≥When the subject is not easily focused, focus on

the subject manually.≥You can record still pictures on the card even if

the shutter chance mark does not appear, but pictures may be recorded without being focused.

≥The shutter chance mark does not appear or becomes difficult to be displayed in the following cases.≥When the zoom magnification is high.≥When the movie camera is shaken.≥When the subject is moving.≥When the subject stands against the light

source.≥When close subjects and far subjects are

included in the same scene.≥When the scene is dark.≥When there is a bright part in the scene.≥When the scene is filled with only horizontal

lines.≥When the scene lacks contrast.

ª Concerning the focusing area≥When there is a contrasting object ahead or

behind the subject in the focus area, the subject may not be focused. If so, move the contrasting object out of the focus area.

≥Even when it is still difficult to focus, adjust the focus manually.

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Zoom in/out functionYou can zoom in up to 12k optically.≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.1 Wide-angle recording (zoom out):

Push the [W/T] lever towards [W].Close-up recording (zoom in):Push the [W/T] lever towards [T].

≥When zooming in and recording images while holding the movie camera by hand, we recommend using the image stabilizer function.

≥When you are zooming on a faraway subject, a sharper focus is achieved if the recording subject is 1.2 metres or further from the movie camera.

≥When the zoom speed is high, the subject may not be focused easily.

≥When the zoom magnification is 1k, the movie camera can focus on a subject approx. 4.0 cm distant from the lens.

ª Digital zoom functionIf the zoom magnification exceeds 12 times, then the digital zoom function will be activated. The digital zoom function allows you to select a magnification from 30k to 700k.≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [D.ZOOM] >> [30k] or

[700k].

[OFF]: Optical zoom only (Up to 12k)[30k]: Digital zoom (Up to 30k)[700k]: Digital zoom (Up to 700k)≥The larger the digital zoom magnification, the

more the image quality is degraded.≥When the Card Recording mode is used, the

digital zoom function cannot be used.

ª About the variable speed zoom function

≥When pushing the [W/T] lever as far as it will go, you can zoom from 1k to 12k in 2.0 seconds at the maximum.

≥The zoom speed varies according to the amount of movement of the [W/T] lever.

≥The variable speed zoom function cannot be used with the remote control or the free style remote control.

ª To use the zoom microphone functionInterlocked with the zooming operation, the microphone will collect sounds clearly far away with the tele-shot or those in the vicinity with the wide-angle shot.≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [ZOOM MIC] >> [ON].

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Recording yourselfYou can record yourself while viewing the LCD monitor. You can record persons in front of the camera while presenting them the image. The image is horizontally flipped as if you see a mirror image. (The image to be recorded is the same as that recording.) ≥Extend the viewfinder to see the picture

while recording.1 Rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.

≥When the Wide/Pro-Cinema function is set, a vertically oriented display appears on the viewfinder screen, this is normal and not indicative of any trouble.

≥When the LCD monitor is rotated towards the lens side, the icon will not be displayed even if you push the centre of the joystick.

Backlight compensation functionThis protects a backlit subject from being darkened.≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move

the joystick down until icon 1 appears.2 Move the joystick up to select the backlight

compensation icon [ ].

≥The [BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION ON] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.

≥The image on the screen will become brighter.

ª To return to normal recordingSelect the [ ] icon again.≥The [BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION OFF]

indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.

≥If you turn off the power or operate the mode dial, the backlight compensation is cancelled.

Colour night view functionsThis function allows you to record colour subjects in dark locations to stand out against the background.Attach the camera to a tripod, and you can record images free from vibration.≥Only manual focusing can be used.≥Recorded scene is seen as if frames were

missed.Colour night view functionYou can record dark locations brightly in colour.0 lux colour night view functionYou can record completely dark locations with the light of the LCD monitor.≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move

the joystick down until icon 1 appears.2 Move the joystick up to select the colour

night view icon [ ].

≥The [COLOUR NIGHT VIEW ON] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.

≥Each upward press switches the modes.OFF # Colour night view function # 0 lux colour night view function # OFF

3 (In the case of 0 lux colour night view function) Extend the viewfinder and rotate the LCD monitor towards the lens side.

≥When the LCD monitor is reversed, the screen is lit in white.

≥Extend the viewfinder and view the images while recording.

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ª To cancel the colour night view function

Select the colour night view icon until the colour night view indication disappear.≥The [0 LUX COLOUR NIGHT VIEW OFF]

indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.

≥If the 0 lux colour night view function is selected without reversing the LCD monitor, the [REVERSE THE LCD MONITOR] indication appears.

≥If set in a bright place, the screen may become whitish for a while.

≥The colour night view function makes the signal charging time of CCD up to approximately 8k longer than usual, so that dark scenes invisible to the naked eye can be recorded brightly. For this reason, bright dots that are usually invisible may be seen, but this is not a malfunction.

≥The colour night view function is cancelled when you turn off the power or operate the mode dial.

Soft skin modeThis allows the skin colour to be recorded in a softer tone. This is more effective if you record the bust image of a person. ≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move

the joystick down until icon 1 appears.2 Move the joystick left to select the soft skin

icon [ ].

≥The [SOFT SKIN MODE ON] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.

ª To cancel the soft skin modeSelect the [ ] icon again.≥The [SOFT SKIN MODE OFF] indication

appears on the screen of the movie camera.

≥If the background or anything else in the scene has colours similar to the skin colour, they will also be smoothed.

≥If the brightness is insufficient, the effect may not be clear.

Tele macro functionBy focusing only on the subject and blurring the background, the image can be impressive. This camera can focus on the subject at a distance of approx. 50 cm.≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move

the joystick down until icon 1 appears.2 Move the joystick right to select the tele

macro icon [ ].

≥The [TELE MACRO ON] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.

≥If the magnification is 12k or less, then it is automatically set to 12k.

ª To cancel the tele macro functionSelect the [ ] icon again.≥The [TELE MACRO OFF] indication appears on

the screen of the movie camera.

≥If a sharper focus cannot be achieved, adjust the focus manually.

≥In the following cases, the tele macro function is cancelled.≥The zoom magnification becomes lower than

12k.≥The power is off or the mode dial is operated.

Fade in/fade out functionFade inThe image and audio gradually appear.Fade outThe image and audio gradually disappear.≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move

the joystick down until icon 1 appears.2 Move the joystick left to select the fade icon

[ ].

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3 Press the recording start/stop button.Start recording. (fade in) When you start recording, the image/audio disappears completely and the image/audio gradually appears.

Pause recording. (fade out) The image/audio gradually disappears. After the image/audio completely disappears, recording stops.

ª To cancel fadingSelect the [ ] icon again.≥The [FADE OFF] indication appears on the

screen of the movie camera.

ª To select the colour for fade in/outThe colour which appears in fading pictures can be selected.1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [FADE COLOUR] >>

[WHITE] or [BLACK].

≥While the fade in/fade out function is selected, it takes several seconds to display the image when you start recording images. Besides, it also takes several seconds to pause recording.

Wind noise reduction functionThis reduces the wind noise coming into the microphone when recording.≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.1 Set [BASIC] >> [WIND CUT] >> [ON].

ª To cancel the wind noise reduction function

Set [BASIC] >> [WIND CUT] >> [OFF].

≥The default setting is [ON].≥Reduces the wind noise depending on the wind

strength. (If this function is activated in strong winds, the stereo effect may be reduced. When the wind weakens, the stereo effect will be restored.)

Adjusting the Microphone Sensitivity LevelWhen recording, the input level from the built-in microphone and the external microphone terminal can be adjusted.≥Set to Tape Recording/Playback Mode.1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [MIC LEVEL] >>

[AUTO], [SETrAGC] or [SET].AGC: Auto Gain Control[AUTO]: AGC is activated, and the recording

level is adjusted automatically.[SETrAGC]:The desired recording level can be

set. AGC will also be activated to reduce the amount of sound distortion.

[SET]: AGC is not activated and so natural recording can be performed. Adjust in such a way that the sound will not be distorted at the maximum volume level.

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3 Press the joystick to determine the setting.

≥Adjust the gain value so that the last 3 bars of the [ ] on the centre of the screen will not light red. (Otherwise,the Sound is distorted.) Select a lower setting for gain value or set [MIC LEVEL] to [AUTO].

≥The [MIC LEVEL] ([AUTO], [SETrAGC] or [SET]) setting on the Tape Recording/Playback Mode will be the same.(Microphone sensitivity level can be adjusted on each mode separately.)

≥When [ZOOM MIC] is set to [ON], set the zoom to the [T] position before performing this adjustment.

Anti-Ground-Shooting (AGS)This function prevents unnecessary recording when you forget to pause recording and walk with the camera tilted upside down while recording continues.≥If the movie camera continues to be tilted

upside down from the normal horizontal position while recording on a tape, it is automatically put into recording pause.

AGS: Anti-Ground-Shooting≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.1 Set [SETUP] >> [AGS] >> [ON].

ª To cancel Anti-Ground-ShootingSet [SETUP] >> [AGS] >> [OFF].

≥The AGS function may activate and cause the movie camera to pause the recording if you are recording a subject right above or right below you. In these cases, set [AGS] >> [OFF] then continue the recording.

≥Use the Recording start/stop button to pause or stop the recording. The AGS function is only a backup function for when you forget to pause the recording.

≥The time it takes the camera to be put into recording pause after being tilted upside down varies depending on the operating conditions.

Using the built-in video flashUse the built-in video flash in order to record still pictures in dark places.≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [FLASH] >> [ß] or [ßA].

≥If [ßA] is selected, then the video flash will automatically flash as necessary.

2 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

≥The video flash is activated and the picture will be recorded.

≥You cannot use the built-in video flash unless the card is inserted in the movie camera.

≥The movie camera, even when its video flash has been turned off, automatically determines if the video flash is necessary by detecting the ambient brightness. (If it determines that the video flash is necessary, the [ ] indication lights up in yellow.)

≥When the [ß] ([ßi]/[ßj]) indication or the [ßA] ([ßAi]/[ßAj]) indication is displayed, the video flash can be lit. If the indication is flashing or not displayed, the video flash cannot be lit. You can take a picture even if the indication is flashing.

≥The available range of the video flash is approx. 1 to 2.5 metres in a dark place. Pictures will appear dark or reddish when they are recorded by using the video flash at distances greater than 2.5 metres.

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≥When set [FLASH] >> [ßA] and the shutter speed, iris or gain is adjusted, the indication (either [ßA], [ßAi], or [ßAj]) may disappear and the video flash may not be light.

≥Using the video flash fixes a shutter speed of 1/750 or faster to 1/500.

≥The picture may become out of focus in a dark place. If so, adjust the focus manually.

≥The picture may appear dark if video flash is lit in front of a white background.

≥A conversion lens (optional) can block the video flash and may cause a vignetting effect.

≥Do not use the video flash with the ND filter (optional) attached.

≥Set the flash to [ ] where using a video flash is prohibited.

≥Do not block the video flash by hand or any other means.

ª When the video flash is not usedSet [ADVANCED] >> [FLASH] >> [ ].

ª To adjust the brightness of the video flash

1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [FLASH LEVEL] >> select the desired brightness level.

[ßj]: If the brightness is too high ([ßj] or [ßAj] indication will appear.)

[ßd0]: In normal recording ([ß] or [ßA] indication will appear.)

[ßi]: If the brightness is insufficient ([ßi] or [ßAi] indication will appear.)

ª Red eye reduction functionReduces the phenomena where human eyes become red from flashes.1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [RED EYE] >> [ON].

≥The [ ] indication appears.≥The flash is activated 2 times. Do not move until

the second flash is finished.≥Use this when you take pictures of people in

dark places.≥Red eye phenomenon may appear depending

on the recording conditions.

ª Using the video flash VW-FLH3E (optional)

≥The video flash permits still picture recording in a dark place 2.5 metres or more distant. The available range of the video flash is approx. 1 to 4 metres.

≥When the video flash becomes ready to flash, the [ß] indication appears.

≥The optional video flash and the built-in video flash cannot be used simultaneously.

≥The brightness of the video flash cannot be adjusted.

≥The shutter speed, iris/gain, and white balance become fixed.

≥Using the video flash outdoors or with backlight or other bright conditions may result in white blotches (colour blotches) on the pictures. If so, either adjust the iris manually or use the backlight compensation function, without using the flash.

≥Carefully read the operating instructions for the video flash.

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Self-timer recordingYou can record still pictures on a card using the timer.≥Set to Card Recording Mode.1 Press the joystick to display the icon. Move

the joystick down until icon 1 appears.2 Move the joystick left to select the self-timer

recording icon [ ].

≥The [SELF-TIMER ON] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.

3 Press the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

≥After the recording lamp and the [ ] indication flashes for approx. 10 seconds, recording will start. After recording, the self-timer will be cancelled.

≥If you press the [PHOTO SHOT] button halfway and then fully, the subject is focused when the button is pressed halfway.

≥When you press the [PHOTO SHOT] button fully, the subject is focused just before recording.

ª To stop the timer midway throughPress the [MENU] button.

≥The self-timer standby mode is cancelled when you turn off the power or operate the mode dial.

≥If the continuous photoshot recording is set, the maximum recordable pictures are recorded.

Wide/Pro-Cinema FunctionYou can record images with a 16:9 ratio.Wide FunctionImages are recorded with a 16:9 aspect ratio.Pro-Cinema FunctionIn addition to the effects when the Wide function is used, images can also be recorded at a rate of 25 frames a second with a strobe-like effect. The audio is also recorded with more presence.≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.

(The Pro-Cinema Function can only be used in Tape Recording Mode.)

1 Set [BASIC] >> [REC ASPECT] >> [16:9] or [PRO-CINEMA].

ª To record with a 4:3 aspect ratioSet [BASIC] >> [REC ASPECT] >> [4:3].

≥The default setting is [16:9].≥In the wide/Pro-Cinema mode, the menu

screens, operation icons and other screen displays appear horizontally oriented.

≥When images are played back on a TV screen, the date/time indication may be erased in some cases.

≥Depending on the TV, the picture quality may deteriorate.

≥If still pictures recorded with a 4:3 aspect ratio are played back when [TV ASPECT] is set to [16:9], part of the operation icons and other displays will appear on the black bands on the left and right of the picture.

≥Concerning the TV to be connected and TV used for playback≥When playing back images taken by this unit

on a TV screen, change the setting established by Tape/Card playback mode [SETUP] >> [TV ASPECT] to match the aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9) of the TV monitor to be connected. (-43-)

≥Depending on the settings of the TV connected, the images may not be displayed properly. For more information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.

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Image stabilizer functionReduces the image shaking due to hand movement when recording.≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [O.I.S.] >> [ON].

ª To cancel the image stabilizer functionSet [ADVANCED] >> [O.I.S.] >> [OFF].

≥When recording still pictures in the Card Recording mode, pressing the [PHOTO SHOT] button halfway increases the effect of the image stabilizer function. (MEGA OIS)

≥When a tripod is used, we recommend that you turn the image stabilizer off.

≥In the following cases, the image stabilizer function may not work effectively.≥When the digital zoom is used≥When a conversion lens is used≥When the camera is shaken greatly≥When you record a moving subject while

tracking it

Continuous PhotoshotRecords still pictures continuously at a certain interval.≥Set to Card Recording Mode.1 Set [BASIC] >> [PICTURE SIZE] >> [ ] or

[ ].2 Set [ADVANCED] >> [BURST MODE] >>

[ON].

3 Press and hold the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

ª To stop continuous photoshot midway through

Release the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

≥You can press the [PHOTO SHOT] button halfway and then start continuous photoshot. (Focusing is fixed. If the image stabilizer function is turned on, then MEGA OIS will be activated.)

≥The camera records up to 10 still pictures at intervals of 0.7 seconds.

≥One more still picture may be recorded after you release the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

≥This is not mega pixel still-picture recording.≥The video flash is not used.≥If the self-timer is set, the camera records up to

10 still pictures continuously.≥Intervals between recording pictures may

become longer depending on the card. We recommend using a Panasonic SD Memory Card.

≥When using the card formatted by other equipment or a card that was recorded and erased repeatedly, the intervals between recording pictures may become longer. If so, back up your important data on a PC, and format your card with this movie camera.

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Recording in various situations (Scene mode)When you record images in different situations, this mode automatically sets optimum shutter speeds and apertures.≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to

[MANUAL].

2 Set [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> select the desired mode.

1) [5] Sports mode≥To record sports scenes or scenes where

there are quick motions2) [ ] Portrait mode

≥To make persons stand out against the background

3) [ ] Low light mode≥To record dark scenes so they are brighter

4) [ ] Spotlight mode≥To record subjects spotlit in a party or

theatre5) [ ] Surf & snow mode

≥To record images at dazzling places such as ski slopes and beaches

ª To cancel the scene mode functionSet [BASIC] >> [SCENE MODE] >> [OFF] or set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO].

Sports mode≥For slow-motion playback or playback pause

of recorded pictures, this mode presents free of camera shakes.

≥During normal playback, the image movement may not look smooth.

≥Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury light or sodium light because the colour and brightness of the playback image may change.

≥If you record a subject illuminated with strong light or a highly reflective subject, vertical lines of light may appear.

≥If the brightness is insufficient, the sports mode does not function. The [5] indication flashes.

≥If this mode is used indoors, the screen may flicker.

Portrait mode≥If this mode is used indoors, the screen may

flicker. If so, change the scene mode setting to [OFF].

Low light mode≥Extremely dark scenes may not be able to be

recorded finely.Spotlight mode

≥If the recording subject is extremely bright, the recorded image may become whitish and the periphery of the recorded image extremely dark.

Surf & snow mode≥If the recording subject is extremely bright,

the recorded image may become whitish.

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Recording in natural colours (White balance) The automatic white balance function may not reproduce natural colours depending on the scenes or lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the white balance manually.≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to

[MANUAL].

2 Move the joystick up to select the white balance icon [ ].

3 Move the joystick left or right in order to select the white balance mode.

1) Auto white balance adjustment [ ]2) Indoor mode (for recording under

incandescent lamps) [ ]3) Outdoor mode [ ]4) Manual adjustment mode [ ]

ª To restore to the automatic adjustment

Move the joystick left or right until the [ ] indication appears. Or, set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO].

≥When the camera is turned on with the lens cap fitted, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly. Please turn the camera on after removing the lens cap.

≥When setting both the white balance and the iris/gain, set the white balance first.

≥Whenever recording conditions change, re-set the white balance for correct adjustment.

ª To set the white balance manuallySelect [ ] in Step 3. Then, while viewing a white subject on the entire screen, move the joystick up to select the [ ] indication.

ª About flashing of the [ ] indicationWhen the manual adjustment mode is selected≥Flashing indicates that the white balance

previously adjusted is stored. This setting is stored until the white balance is adjusted again.

When white balance cannot be set in the manual adjustment mode≥White balance may not be adjusted properly in

the manual adjustment mode in dark places. If so, use the auto white balance mode.

During setting in the manual adjustment mode≥When the setting is completed, it will keep lit.

ª About the white balance sensorThe white balance sensor detects the type of light source during recording.≥Do not cover the white balance sensor during

recording, or it may not function properly.

ª About the black balance adjustmentThis is one of the 3CCD system functions that automatically adjusts the black when the white balance is set in the manual adjustment mode. When the black balance is adjusted, the screen will temporarily be black.

1 Black balance adjustment (Flashes.) 2 White balance adjustment (Flashes.) 3 Adjustment completed (Lights up.)

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Manual focus adjustmentIf auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions, then manual focusing is available.≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to

[MANUAL].

2 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [FOCUS].

≥The MNL and the manual focus indication [MF] will be displayed.

3 Rotate the focus ring to adjust the focus.

≥When focused with a wide angle, the subject may not be in focus when zoomed in. First, zoom in on the subject, and then focus on it.

ª To restore to the automatic adjustment

Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO] or [FOCUS].

Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustmentShutter SpeedAdjust it when recording fast-moving subjects. When recording persons outdoors at night, select a slow shutter speed and use a flash. Both the persons and the background will become brighter.ApertureAdjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark.≥Set to Tape/Card Recording Mode.1 Set the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to

[MANUAL].

2 Move the joystick left or right to select the aperture icon [ ] or shutter speed icon [ ].

3 Move the joystick left or right in order to adjust the shutter speed or aperture.

1) Shutter speed2) (Aperture) Iris/gain value

ª To restore to automatic adjustmentSet the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO].

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Manual shutter speed adjustment≥Avoid recording under fluorescent light, mercury

light or sodium light because the colour and brightness of the playback image may change.

≥If you increase the shutter speed manually, the sensitivity lowers and accordingly the gain value increases automatically, which may increase the noises on the screen.

≥You may see vertical lines of light in the playback image of a brightly shining subject or highly reflective subject, but this is not a malfunction.

≥During normal playback, image movement may not look smooth.

≥When recording in the extremely bright place, the colour of the screen may change or flickers. If so adjust the shutter speed manually to 1/50 or 1/100.

Manual iris/gain adjustment≥Set the shutter speed before setting the

aperture (iris/gain) when manually adjusting both settings.

≥If the value does not become “OPEN”, you cannot adjust the gain value.

≥If the gain value is increased, the noise on the screen increases.

≥Depending on the zoom magnification, there are iris values that are not displayed.

ª Shutter speed range1/50 to 1/8000 seconds: Tape Recording Mode1/2 to 1/2000 seconds: Card Recording ModeThe shutter speed closer to 1/8000 is faster.

ª Iris/gain value rangeCLOSE (Closed), F16, ..., F1.7,OPEN (Opened: F1.6) 0dB, ..., 18dBValue closer to [CLOSE] darken the image. Value closer to [18dB] brighten the image.Values with dB are gain values.

ª Card slow shutter mode≥If the shutter speed is set to 1/2, 1/3, 1/6, or

1/12, then the card slow shutter mode will be activated.

≥If the power is off or the mode dial is operated, then the slow shutter mode will be cancelled.

≥In the slow shutter mode:≥The white balance is fixed.≥Focus in manually.

≥If the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [FOCUS], then the shutter speed will automatically be set to 1/50 and the subject is focused in on. After that the previous shutter speed will be restored. When the subject is focused on, [MF] flashes.

≥If the scene is low in brightness or contrast, the subject may not be focused in on.

≥While the movie camera is focusing on the subject, you cannot operate any control on it with the exception of [OFF/ON] switch, mode dial, [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch and [POWER LCD] button.

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Playback mode

Playing back tape≥Set to Tape Playback Mode.

(An operation icon automatically appears on the LCD monitor.)

1 Operate with joystick.

1/;: Playback/Pause6: Rewind/Review playback (Reverts to

playback with the 1/; icon.) 5: Fast forward/Cue playback (Reverts to

playback with the 1/; icon.) ∫: Stop

≥The power will not turn off when the LCD monitor and the viewfinder are closed and retracted during Tape/Card playback mode.

≥During cue/review playback, fast-moving images may show noise as a mosaic.

≥Before and after cue/review playback, the screen may become black for a moment or images may be disturbed.

ª To adjust volumeAdjust the speaker volume for playback.1 Move the [s /VOLr] lever to adjust the

volume.

Towards [r]: increases the volumeTowards [`]: decreases the volume(Nearer the bar to [r], larger the volume.) ≥On the remote control, press the [T] button to

increase the volume or the [W] button to decrease it.

≥When the adjustment is completed, the volume indication will disappear.

≥If you do not hear the sound, check the settings of [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO].

ª Repeat playbackWhen the tape end is reached, the tape will be rewound and played back again.1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [REPEAT PLAY] >>

[ON].

≥The [ ] indication appears. (In order to cancel the repeat playback mode, set [REPEAT PLAY] >> [OFF] or turn off the power.)

≥When you set [USB FUNCTION] >> [WEBCAM] and then connect the USB connection cable, the repeat playback mode is cancelled.

ª Settings on the audio≥If you cannot listen to the desired audio when

playing back a tape, check the settings in [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO].

≥When you record and dub the audio in [12bit] and set [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> [MIX], the audio will be played back in stereo sound regardless of the settings in [AUDIO OUT].

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Slow-motion playback/frame-by-frame playback≥Set to Tape Playback Mode. (Slow-motion

playback can only be performed by using the remote control.)

Slow-motion playbackIf the image is recorded in the SP mode, then it will be played back at a speed approx. 1/5 the normal speed.If the image is recorded in the LP mode, then it will be played back at a speed approx. 1/3 the normal speed.1 Press the [E] button or the [D] button on

the remote control.

≥If the slow-motion playback continues for approx. 10 minutes or more, then the playback will automatically stop. (10 minutes of slow-motion playback is equivalent to approx. 2 minutes in the SP mode or approx. 3 minutes in the LP mode.)

Frame-by-frame playback1 During playback, press the [;] button on

the remote control.2 Press the [E] button or the [D] button on

the remote control.

≥Pushing the [s /VOLr] lever towards [T] (normal direction) or towards [W] (reversed direction) of this camera during playback pause also turns into the frame-by-frame playback. If you keep pushing the lever, then the images will continuously be played back frame by frame.

ª To return to normal playbackPress the [PLAY 1] button on the remote control or move the joystick up to the [1] icon to start playback.

Slow-motion playback≥In the reversed slow-motion playback, the time

code indication may be unstable.Frame-by-frame playback≥Press and hold the [E] or the [D] button in the

playback pause, and then the images will continuously be played back frame by frame.

Variable-speed search functionThe speed of cue/review playback can be varied.(This operation is only available when using the remote control.)≥Set to Tape Playback Mode and play back a

tape. 1 Press the [VAR SEARCH] button on the

remote control.

2 Press the [3] or [4] button to vary the speed.

≥The speeds for cue/review playback are 1/5k (SP mode slow-motion playback only), 1/3k (LP mode slow-motion playback only), 2k, 5k, 10k, 20k.

ª To return to normal playbackPress the [VAR SEARCH] button or [PLAY 1] button on the remote control.

≥Images may be shown in a mosaic-like pattern.≥The sound is muted during search.≥This function is cancelled when the operation

icon is displayed.≥When you cue/review playback at 20k, the

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Playback on TVImages recorded by this camera can be played back on a TV.≥Insert a recorded tape or card into this

camera.1 Connect the movie camera and a TV.

≥Connect the movie camera and a TV by using the Multi cable 1.≥If the TV has an S-Video terminal, then also

connect to this terminal 2. It allows you to enjoy more beautiful images. (Do not forget to also connect to the Video and Audio terminals.)

2 Turn on this camera and set the mode dial to the Tape Playback Mode (or Card Playback Mode).

3 Select the input channel on the TV.≥If the images are not played back correctly on

the TV (e.g. they are displayed vertically), perform the menu operations in accordance with the aspect ratio of the TV monitor.Set [SETUP] >> [TV ASPECT] >> [16:9] or [4:3].

4 Move the joystick up to select the [1/;] icon to start playback.≥The image and audio are output on the TV.

5 Move the joystick down to select the [∫] icon to stop playback.

≥Whenever plugging in the S-Video terminal, plug in the VIDEO IN terminal and AUDIO IN terminal, too.≥Use the AC adaptor to free you from worrying

about the battery running down.

ª If the image or audio from this camera is not output on the TV

≥Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go.≥Check the [12bit AUDIO] settings. (-50-)≥Check the connected terminal.≥Check the TV’s input setting (input switch).

(For more information, please read the operating instructions for the TV.)

ª To display the on-screen information on the TV

The information displayed on the LCD monitor or the viewfinder (operation icon, time code and mode indication, etc.) can be displayed on the TV.(This operation is only available when using the remote control.)1 Press the [EXT DISPLAY] button on the

remote control.

≥Press the button again to erase the information.

Playing back card≥Set to Card Playback Mode.

(An operation icon automatically appears on the LCD monitor.)

1 Operate with joystick.

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≥The power will not turn off when the LCD monitor and the viewfinder are closed and retracted during Tape/Card playback mode.

≥Even if the operation icon does not appear, the previous or next picture can be displayed.

≥While the data on a card are played back, do not operate the mode dial.

≥When the access lamp is lit, do not insert or remove a card.

≥Depending on the picture size, it may take time to display the file.

≥If you attempt to play back file recorded in a different format or file data is defective, the whole display becomes bluish and the “UNPLAYABLE CARD” indication may appear as warning.

≥When playing back still pictures recorded in 4:3 mode ( , , , ) on a wide-screen TV, the picture quality may deteriorate.

≥When playing back a file recorded on other equipment, the date and time display is different from when it was recorded.

ª To display multiple playback filesMultiple files on the card (6 files on 1 screen) are displayed.1 Move the [s /VOLr] lever to switch the

screen images.

Towards [r]: Full-screen display (Displays 1 image.)

Towards [`]: Multi-screen display (Displays 6 files on 1 screen.)

≥In the multi-screen display,≥Move the joystick to select a file (The

selected file will be encircled by a orange frame) and press to determine it. The selected file is full-screen displayed.

≥If there are 7 files or more, then move the joystick. The next, or previous multi-screen will be displayed.

ª About the compatibility of still pictures

≥The movie camera is compliant with the unified standard DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).

≥The file format supported by this movie camera is JPEG. (Not all JPEG formatted files will be played back.)

≥If an out-of-specs file is played back, the folder/file name may not be displayed.

≥The movie camera may degrade or not play back data recorded or created on another product and another product may degrade or not play back data recorded on the movie camera.

Deleting files recorded on a cardThe deleted files cannot be restored.≥Set to Card Playback Mode.1 Move the joystick left or right to select a file

to delete.

≥You can select a file in the multi-screen display. After selecting the file, press the joystick and display the operation icon.

2 Move the joystick down to select [ ].

3 Move the joystick up or down in order to select [DELETE 1 FILE] and then press it.

4 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES] and press the joystick.≥In order to stop deletion, select [NO].

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ª To delete all files1 Move the joystick down to select [ ].

2 Move the joystick up or down in order to select [ALL FILES] and then press it.

3 When the confirmation message appears, select [YES] and press the joystick.

≥Do not turn off the power while deleting.≥To delete files, use the AC adaptor or a

sufficiently charged battery.≥In case of [ALL FILES], the deletion may take

time if there are many files on the card.≥If the “CARD FULL” indication appears when

recording, the card is full and no further data can be recorded. Insert a new card or set the camera to Card Playback Mode and delete unnecessary files.

≥If files conforming to DCF standard are deleted, all the data related to the files will be deleted.

ª Deleting still picture files recorded on a card by other equipment

≥A still picture file (other than JPEG) that cannot be played back on the movie camera may be deleted.

Formatting a card Please be aware that if a card is formatted, then all the data recorded on the card will be erased. Store important data on a personal computer, etc.≥Set to Card Playback Mode.1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [FORMAT CARD] >>

[YES]. 2 When the confirmation message appears,

select [YES] and press the joystick in order to format the card.

≥In order to stop formatting, select [NO].

≥Normally, it is not necessary to format the card. If a message appears even though you insert and remove the card several times, format it.

≥If the SD Memory Card is formatted on other equipment, the time spent for recording may become longer. If the SD Memory Card is formatted on a PC, it cannot be used on the movie camera. Format the SD Memory Card on the movie camera, in this case.

≥Do not remove the card or turn off the power while formatting.

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Protecting files on a cardFiles recorded on a card can be locked so that they may not be deleted by mistake. (Even if the files are locked, they will be deleted if the card is formatted.) ≥Set to Card Playback Mode.1 Set [BASIC] >> [PROTECT] >> [YES].2 Move the joystick to select a file to be

locked, and then press it.

≥Indication of [ ] 1 appears and the selected file is locked. Press the joystick again, and the protection will be cancelled.

≥2 or more files can be locked in succession.

ª To complete the settingsPress the [MENU] button.

Writing the printing data on a card (DPOF setting)You can write the data of pictures to be printed, number of prints, and other information (DPOF data) onto the card.≥Set to Card Playback Mode.1 Set [ADVANCED] >> [DPOF SET] >> [SET].2 Move the joystick to select a file to be set,

and then press it.

≥The number of prints 1 set to be in DPOF is displayed.

3 Move the joystick up or down in order to select the number of prints, and then press it.≥You can select from 0 to 999. (Selected

number of pictures can be printed as you set the number of prints with the printer supporting DPOF.)

≥2 or more files can be set in succession.

ª To complete the settingsPress the [MENU] button.

≥DPOF setting made on another camera may not be recognised by this camera. Please perform the DPOF settings on your movie camera.

ª To set so that all pictures are not printed

Select [CANCEL ALL] in Step 1.

ª What is DPOF?DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format. This enables the printing information to be added to the pictures on the card so that it can be used on a system supporting DPOF.

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Recording from a tape onto a cardStill pictures can be recorded on a memory card from scenes that have already been recorded on a cassette.≥Set to Tape Playback Mode.≥Insert a tape which already has recorded

contents and a card.1 Start playback.

2 Pause at the scene you wish to record, and press the [PHOTO SHOT] button.

≥Audio will not be recorded.

≥The size of still pictures recorded on a card becomes [ ] (16:9) or [ ] (4:3). (This is not mega pixel still-picture recording.) ≥If you set [TV ASPECT] >> [4:3], black bands

are added to the top and bottom of the picture when wide pictures are recorded to the card. (-35-)≥If you press the [PHOTO SHOT] button without

pausing, blurred pictures may be recorded.

Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR (Dubbing)Pictures recorded by the movie camera can be stored on a DVD-RAM or other such media. Refer to the instructions for the recorder. ≥Place a recorded cassette in the movie

camera, and an unrecorded DVD-RAM or cassette in the DVD recorder or VCR.

1 Connect the movie camera and the recorder.

Connecting with the Multi cable

≥Connect the movie camera and the recorder by using the Multi cable 1. ≥If the recorder has an S-Video terminal, then

also connect to this terminal 2. It allows you to copy clearer image.

Connecting with the optional DV cable (Only for equipment with a DV terminal)

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2 Turn on the movie camera and set to Tape Playback Mode.

3 Select the input channel on the TV set and recorder.

4 Move the joystick up to select the [1/;] icon to start playback. (Player)≥The image and sound are reproduced.

5 Start recording. (Recorder)6 Stop recording. (Recorder)7 Move the joystick down to select the [∫]

icon to stop playback. (Player)

≥If you record (dub) images onto another video device and then play them back on a wide-screen TV, the images may be stretched vertically. In this case, refer to the operating instructions for the device that you are recording (dubbing) to or read the operating instructions for the TV and set to 16:9 (full).

≥For more information, refer to the operating instructions for your TV set and recorder.

≥When you do not need functional indications or date and time indication, set [BASIC] >> [DATE/TIME] >> [OFF] in the Tape Playback Mode and press the [EXT DISPLAY] button on the remote control for no indication. (When you connect the movie camera and a recorder with the DV cable, these indications may not appear.)

ª When neither image nor sound from the movie camera is output to the TV set

≥Check that the plugs are inserted as far as they go.

≥Check the [12bit AUDIO] settings. (-50-)≥Check the connected terminal.

Using the DV Cable for Recording (Digital Dubbing)By connecting other digital video equipment with DV terminal and the movie camera by using the DV cable VW-CD1E (optional) 1, high-image-quality dubbing can be done in digital format.≥Set to Tape Playback Mode.

(Player/recorder) 1 Connect the movie camera and digital video

equipment with the DV cable.

2 Set [ADVANCED] >> [REC STDBY] >> [YES]. (Recorder)

≥You do not have to follow this step when the remote control is used in the digital dubbing.

3 Start playback. (Player) 4 Start recording. (Recorder)

When operating with the main unit:Move the joystick up to select [¥/;] icon.

When operating with the remote control:While pressing the [¥REC] button on the remote control, press the [PLAY 1] button.

5 Move the joystick up to select the [¥/;] icon again or press the [;] button on the remote control to stop recording. (Recorder)

6 Stop playback. (Player)

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ª To cancel the standby for recording When the camera is standby for recording, move the joystick down and select the [∫] icon or press the [∫] button on the remote control.

≥Do not plug or unplug the DV cable during dubbing, or the dubbing may not be completed properly.

≥If a picture (bilingual video, etc.) containing main sound and sub sound has been dubbed, select the desired sound by [SETUP] >> [AUDIO OUT] on playback.

≥Even if you use a device equipped with DV terminals such as IEEE1394, you may not be able to perform digital dubbing in some cases. For more information, see the instructions for equipment connected.

≥Regardless of the menu settings on the recorder, digital dubbing is carried out in the same mode as the [AUDIO REC] mode of the playback tape.

≥The images on the recorder monitor may be disturbed, but it does not affect the recorded images.

≥If a picture containing a copyright protection signal (copy guard) is recorded by the movie camera, the picture is distorted by mosaic-like patterns at playback.

≥Disconnect the USB cable since input signals from the external input terminal cannot be recorded while it is connected with the USB cable.

≥While pictures are input from the DV terminal, the operation icon blinks on instead of appearing from the side of the screen when you press the centre of the joystick.

≥While pictures are input from the DV terminal, the TV aspect will not change even if you change the setting for [TV ASPECT] in the [SETUP] menu.

Audio dubbingYou can add music or narration to the recorded cassette.(Audio dubbing can only be performed by using the remote control.)≥Set to Tape Playback Mode.1 When using an external microphone,

securely insert the plug into the [REMOTE/MIC] terminal.

2 Find a scene that you want to add sound to, and press the [;] button on the remote control.

3 Press the [AUDIO DUB] button on the remote control to make audio dubbing ready.

4 Press the [;] button on the remote control to start audio dubbing.

≥Be sure that the sound is directed towards either the external microphone or the built-in microphone.

5 Press the [;] button on the remote control to stop audio dubbing.

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≥If a tape has a non-recorded portion when the tape is dubbed, images and sounds may be disturbed when this portion of the tape is played back.

ª Before recording with audio dubbing≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.≥When you want to preserve the original sound

taken during recording, set [ADVANCED] >> [AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] to record images. (When set [16bit], the sounds taken during recording are erased after recording with audio dubbing.)

≥Set [BASIC] >> [REC SPEED] >> [SP] to take pictures.

ª To play back the sound recorded with audio dubbing

You can switch between the sound recorded with audio dubbing and the original sound.Set [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> [ST2] or [MIX].[ST1]: It only plays back the original sound.[ST2]: It only plays back the sound added by

audio dubbing.[MIX]: It simultaneously plays back the original

sound and the sound added with audio dubbing.

≥During audio dubbing, it is automatically set to [ST2].

Printing pictures by directly connecting to the printer (PictBridge)To print pictures by directly connecting the movie camera to the printer, use a printer compatible with PictBridge. (Read the operating instructions for the printer.) ≥Insert a card and set to Card Playback Mode.1 Connect the movie camera and the printer

with the supplied USB cable.

1 USB cable

≥The [PictBridge] indication appears on the screen of the movie camera.(When the printer is being recognized, the [PictBridge] indication blinks.)

≥When no card is inserted in the movie camera, the [PictBridge] indication does not appear. (You cannot print any pictures.)

≥When the movie camera and the printer are not connected properly, the [PictBridge] indication keeps blinking. (It will blink for over approx.1 minute.) Connect the cable or check the printer.

≥We recommend using the AC adaptor as the power supply.

≥When images are displayed in multi-screen, they cannot be printed.

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2 Select [SINGLE PRINT] or [DPOF PRINT].≥If there is no file with a DPOF setting, you

cannot select [DPOF PRINT].≥When you select [DPOF PRINT] for printing,

set the number of prints in DPOF setting.≥When [DPOF PRINT] is selected, print after

you determine the paper size. (Step 6)≥When [DPOF PRINT] is selected, date

printing is unavailable.3 Move the joystick left and right to select a

desired picture, and then press it.

4 Select the desired number of prints.≥You can set up to 9 prints.

5 Select the setting for date printing.≥If the printer is not capable of date printing,

this setting is unavailable.6 Select [PAPER SIZE].[STANDARD]: Size specific to the printer[4a5 INCH][5a7 INCH][4a6 INCH][A4]

≥You cannot set paper sizes not supported on the printer.

7 Select [PAGE LAYOUT].

[STANDARD]: Layout set on the printer[ ]: No frame[ ]: With frame

≥You cannot set a layout not supported on the printer.

8 Set [PRINT] >> [YES] to start printing.

ª When you stop printing halfwayMove the joystick down.

≥Avoid the following operations during printing. These operations disable proper printing. ≥Disconnecting the USB cable≥Removing the card≥Switching the mode dial≥Turning off the power

≥Check the settings for the paper size, quality of print, etc. on the printer.

≥Still pictures recorded on other equipment may not be printed.

≥When the movie camera and the printer are connected in the Tape Recording/Playback Mode, the [ ] Indication may appear on the LCD monitor. However, pictures cannot be printed.

≥The sides of pictures recorded when [16:9]/[PRO-CINEMA] is set may be cut at printing. (When you purchase this unit, [REC ASPECT] is set to [16:9].) When using a printer with a trimming or borderless function, cancel this setting. (Refer to the operating instructions of the printer for details.)


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Menu

Menu listMenu figures and illustrations are provided for easy-to-understand explanations, and so they are different from the actual menu indications.

ª [TAPE RECORDING MENU]

1) [BASIC][SCENE MODE] -37-[REC SPEED] -24-[WIND CUT] -32-[REC ASPECT] -35-[CLOCK SET] -11-

2) [ADVANCED][PICT.QUALITY] -28-[PICTURE SIZE] -27-[FLASH] -33-[RED EYE] -34-[FLASH LEVEL] -34-[O.I.S.] -36-[FADE COLOUR] -32-[AUDIO REC] -54-[REC LAMP] -54-[H.SHOE MIC] -54-[USB FUNCTION] (Refer to the operating instructions for PC connection.)[D.ZOOM] -29-[ZOOM MIC] -29-[MIC LEVEL] -32-

3) [SETUP][DISPLAY] -54-[DATE/TIME] -54-[POWER SAVE] -54-[QUICK START] -13-[AGS] -33-[REMOTE] -22-[BEEP SOUND] -54-[LCD AI] -20-[LCD SET] -20-[EVF SET] -20-[JOYSTICK LED] -55-[INITIAL SET] -55-[DEMO MODE] -55-

4) [LANGUAGE] -18-

ª [TAPE PLAYBACK MENU]

1) [BASIC][DATE/TIME] -54-[USB FUNCTION] (Refer to the operating instructions for PC connection.)

2) [ADVANCED][REC SPEED] -24-[REC STDBY] -48-[REC DATA] -55-[PICT.QUALITY] -28-[REPEAT PLAY] -41-[MIC LEVEL] -32-

3) [SETUP][12bit AUDIO] -50-[AUDIO OUT] -55-[DISPLAY] -54-[REMOTE] -22-[LCD AI] -20-[LCD SET] -20-[EVF SET] -20-[POWER SAVE] -54-[TV ASPECT] -43-[JOYSTICK LED] -55-

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ª [CARD RECORDING MENU]

1) [BASIC][SCENE MODE] -37-[PICT.QUALITY] -28-[PICTURE SIZE] -28-[REC ASPECT] -35-[CLOCK SET] -11-

2) [ADVANCED][BURST MODE] -36-[FLASH] -33-[RED EYE] -34-[FLASH LEVEL] -34-[O.I.S.] -36-[REC LAMP] -54-[SHTR EFFECT] -28-

3) [SETUP][DISPLAY] -54-[DATE/TIME] -54-[POWER SAVE] -54-[QUICK START] -13-[REMOTE] -22-[BEEP SOUND] -54-[LCD AI] -20-[LCD SET] -20-[EVF SET] -20-[INITIAL SET] -55-[JOYSTICK LED] -55-

4) [LANGUAGE] -18-

ª [CARD PLAYBACK MENU]

1) [BASIC][DATE/TIME] -54-[PROTECT] -46-

2) [ADVANCED][DPOF SET] -46-[FORMAT CARD] -45-

3) [SETUP][DISPLAY] -54-[REMOTE] -22-[LCD SET] -20-[EVF SET] -20-[LCD AI] -20-[POWER SAVE] -54-[TV ASPECT] -43-[JOYSTICK LED] -55-

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Menus related to recording

ª [H.SHOE MIC]Set to [LOWCUT] and this reduces low sound noise and wind noise hitting the stereo zoom microphone (VW-VMH3E; optional) mounted on the smart accessory shoe.

ª [DATE/TIME]This switches between date and time indications.≥The movie camera automatically records the

date and time of picture taking on the tape.≥You can also show or change the date/time

indication by repeatedly pressing the [DATE/TIME] button on the remote control.

ª [AUDIO REC]Switches the audio (PCM audio) recording systems.[12bit]: Records audio in “12 bit 32 kHz 4 tracks”.

(The original audio signals can be kept after the other audio signals are dubbed.)

[16bit]: Records audio in “16 bit 48 kHz 2 tracks”. Audio can be recorded in higher quality. (If audio signals are dubbed, then the original audio signals will be erased.)

ª [REC LAMP]Set to [ON] and this turns the recording lamp on during recording, which indicates that recording is underway. Set to [OFF] and this does not turn on the lamp even when recording is underway.

ª [DISPLAY]Set to [ON] and the display mode can be switched to all functions. Set to [OFF] and it can be switched to minimum display.

ª [BEEP SOUND]Set to [ON] and confirmation/alarm beeps are issued as follows.1 Beep≥When you start recording≥When you turn on the power≥When the unit goes from quick start standby

mode to recording pause2 Beeps≥When you pause recording≥When you turn off the power≥When the unit goes into quick start standby

mode 2 Beeps for 4 times≥When a cassette with its erasure prevention tab

set to [SAVE] is inserted, condensation occurs (-62-), and at other times. Check the sentence displayed on the screen. (-57-)

ª [POWER SAVE][OFF]: When about 5 minutes passed

without any operation, the standby mode automatically will be set. In the standby mode, [;] blinks and it takes time more than usual to start recording after you press the recording start/stop button.

[5 MINUTES]:When about 5 minutes passed without any operation, the movie camera automatically turns off to protect the tape or to prevent the battery from running down. When you use the movie camera, turn it on again.

≥In the following cases, the power may not turn off even when setting [POWER SAVE] >> [5 MINUTES].≥When connecting to the AC outlet

(When using the AC adaptor)≥When connecting the USB cable or the DV

cable to a personal computer or other equipment

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Menus related to playback

ª [REC DATA]Set to [ON] and the settings (shutter speed, iris/gain values, and white balance settings (-38-), etc.) used during the recordings are displayed during playback.≥If the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch was set

to [AUTO] when recording, [AUTO] appears on the display.

≥When there is no data, [---] appears on the display.

≥If data recorded on this unit is played back on other equipment (or a tape recorded on other equipment is played back on this unit), the settings information is sometimes not displayed normally.

ª [AUDIO OUT]This switches the sound to be played back.[STEREO]: Stereo sound (main sound and sub

sound) [L]: Left channel sound (main sound) [R]: Right channel sound (sub sound)

Other menus

ª [JOYSTICK LED]If set to [ON], the circumference of the joystick lights up in blue during operation.

ª [INITIAL SET]When there is a menu that cannot be selected depending on a combination of functions, set to [YES] for changing the menu settings back to the initial shipping condition.(Language setting cannot be back to the initial shipping condition.)

ª [DEMO MODE]If you set to [DEMO MODE] >> [ON] without inserting a cassette and a card, the movie camera is automatically set to the demonstration mode for introducing its functions. If any button is pressed or operated, the demonstration mode is cancelled. If no operations take place for approx. 10 minutes, the demonstration mode automatically starts. To terminate the demonstration mode, insert a cassette or a card, or set to [DEMO MODE] >> [OFF]. For normal use, set this function to [OFF].


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IndicationsVarious functions and the movie camera status are shown on the screen.Basic indications

: Remaining battery power0h00m00s00f: Time code15:30:45: Date/Time indication

Recording indicationsR0:45: Remaining tape time≥Remaining tape time is indicated in minutes.

(When it reaches less than 3 minutes, the indication starts flashing.)

SP: Standard Play mode(Recording speed mode) -24-

LP: Long Play mode (Recording speed mode) -24-

¥: Recording -25-; (Green): Recording pause -25-; (Green flash):

Standby mode; (Red): Fade out

: POWER LCD -20-: Recording check -26-

: Pro-Cinema Function -35-: Wide mode -35-: Automatic mode -24-: Manual mode -37-

MF: Manual focus -39-5k: Zoom magnification indication

-29-: Backlight mode -30-

1/500: Shutter speed -39-F2.4: F number -39-6dB: Gain value -39-

: WEB CAMERA mode (Recording) -51-

: Soft skin mode -31-: Tele macro -31-

: Fade (White) -31-: Fade (Black) -31-

: Blank search -26-: Colour night view function -30-

: 0 lux colour night view function -30-

ß/ßA: Video flash turned on ¢ -33-: VIdeo flash turned off ¢ -34-

ßi/ßAi: Video flash (setting to [i]) ¢ -34-ßj/ßAj: Video flash (setting to [j]) ¢ -34-£: Red eye reduction ¢ -34-

: Zoom microphone -29-: Microphone Sensitivity Level -32-

: Wind noise reduction -32-

: External microphone supporting the smart accessory shoe -7-

: External microphone supporting the smart accessory shoe (LOWCUT) -7-

5: Sports mode (Scene mode) -37-: Portrait mode (Scene mode) -37-: Low light mode (Scene mode)

-37-: Spotlight mode (Scene mode)

-37-: Surf & snow mode (Scene mode)

-37-: Auto white balance -38-

: Indoor mode (recording under incandescent lamp) -38-

: Outdoor mode -38-: White balance adjustment mode

-38-¢In Tape Recording Mode, these are only

displayed when you press the [PHOTO SHOT] button half way while a card is inserted.These are not displayed when using the remote control or a free style remote control.

Playback indications¥: Recording underway1: Playback -41-;: Pause -41-5: Fast-forward/Cue playback -41-6: Rewind/Review playback -41-D/E: Slow motion playback -42-;1/2;: Frame-by-frame playback -42-2k5: Variable-speed search -42-

: Repeat playback -41-: WEB CAMERA mode (Playback)

-51-A.DUB ¥: Audio dubbing -49-A.DUB ;: Audio dubbing pause -49-12bit, 16bit: Audio recording mode -54-

: Volume adjustment -41-

Card± (White): Shutter chance mark -27-¥ (Green): Shutter chance mark -27-

: Continuous photoshot recording -36-

: Self-Timer recording -35-[: MEGA OIS -36-

(White): Photoshot mode (Green): While the card is being read (Red): While photoshot recording is

activated(Red): The card is being accessed in PC

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(Red flash): Using the card that cannot be recognized or no card is inserted

( ): Photoshot picture quality -28-0: Remaining number of photoshot

pictures (When the remaining number of photoshot pictures reaches 0, the red indication flashes.)

: Slide show playback -43-PictBridge: PictBridge mode -50-100-0001: Folder/File displayNo.00: File number1: Number of DPOF Setting -46-

: Lock setting -46-: [640k360] Image size: [1280k720] Image size: [2288k1288] Image size

: [640k480] Image size: [1280k960] Image size: [1600k1200] Image size: [2288k1728] Image size

≥For images not recorded with this unit, the number of horizontal and vertical pixels may differ so the image size is not displayed.

Warning/alarm indicationsIf any one of the following indications lights up or flashes, please check the movie camera.Confirmatory indicationsY: A cassette with the accidental erasure

prevention slider placed in the [SAVE] position is inserted.No cassette is inserted.

[--]/0:The built-in battery is low. -12-

°: The warning/alarm indication appears when you record yourself. Turn the LCD monitor towards the viewfinder and check the warning/alarm indication.

: No card is inserted.REMOTE :

An incorrect remote control mode has been selected. -22-

2END: The tape came to the end during recording.

:: The video heads are dirty. -63-

Textual indications3DEW DETECT/3EJECT TAPE:

Condensation has occurred. Take out the cassette and wait for a while. It takes some time until the cassette holder opens, but this is not a malfunction. -62-

LOW BATTERY: The battery is low. Recharge it. -9-

NO TAPE: No tape is inserted. -14-

TAPE END: The tape came to the end during recording.

CHECK REC TAB: You are attempting to record pictures on a tape with the accidental erasure prevention slider placed in the [SAVE] position. You are attempting audio dubbing or digital dubbing on a tape with the accidental erasure prevention slider placed in the [SAVE] position.

CHECK REMOTE MODE:An incorrect remote control mode has been selected. This is only displayed at the first operation of the remote control after powering-on. -22-

WRONG TAPE FORMAT: You are attempting to play back a tape section that has been recorded with a different TV system. This cassette is incompatible.

UNPLAYABLE CARD: You are attempting to play back data not compatible with this movie camera.

CLOSE CASSETTE DOOR: The cassette cover is open. Close the cassette cover. -14-

UNABLE TO A.DUB (LP RECORDED): Audio dubbing cannot be performed because the original recording was in LP mode.

UNABLE TO A.DUB:You are attempting to perform audio dubbing on a non-recorded tape.

CANNOT RECORD IN AGS MODE: The AGS function is activated. -33-

COPY PROTECTED: Images cannot be recorded correctly because the medium is protected by a copy guard.

CARD ERROR: This card is not compatible with this movie camera.You are attempting to format a failed card.It displays, when you attempt to insert the incompatible card to Card Slot.

NO CARD: No card is inserted.

CARD FULL: Card does not have sufficient memory remaining. Select Card Playback Mode and delete unnecessary files.

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NO DATA: There are not any recorded files on the card.

FILE LOCKED: You are attempting to erase protected files.

CARD LOCKED: The write protection switch on the SD Memory Card is set to [LOCK].

NEED HEAD CLEANING: The video heads are dirty. -63-

CHANGE TO 0.2M/0.3M MODE: When continuous photoshot is used, set [PICTURE SIZE] to [ ] or [ ].

PUSH THE RESET SWITCH: An irregularity in the equipment has been detected. Press the [RESET] button (-6-). This may solve the problem.

CHANGE MODE TO USE USB: The USB cable is connected to the movie camera in Card Recording Mode.

DISCONNECT USB CABLE: You are attempting to turn the mode dial in PC Connection Mode with the USB cable connected to the movie camera. You are attempting to record pictures on a tape/card with the USB cable connected to the movie camera.

NO INK IN PRINTER: There is no ink. Check the connected printer.

NO PAPER IN PRINTER: There is no paper. Check the connected printer.

PRINTER ERROR: Check the connected printer.

PC DOES NOT SUPPORT USB2.0: The movie camera is connected to a personal computer that does not support USB 2.0. (Refer to the operating instructions for PC connection.)

CAN NOT USE USB: You are connecting the USB cable with the DV cable connected.

CHANGE TO MANUAL MODE:You are attempting to select the item on the [SCENE MODE] when the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch is set to [AUTO].

CAN NOT OPERATE (MOTION DV MODE):You are attempting to change [D.ZOOM] setting during MotionDV Mode.

REVERSE THE LCD MONITOR:At the time of 0 lux colour night view mode, when LCD monitor is not reversed, it displays. When the LCD monitor is rotated by 180° towards the lens, the brightness of the LCD monitor cannot be adjusted.

Functions that cannot be used simultaneouslySome functions in the movie camera are disabled or cannot be selected due to its specifications. The table below shows examples of functions restricted by conditions.

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Functions Conditions which disable the functions

≥Digital zoom≥Pro-Cinema

Function≥Fade

≥When the Card Recording mode is used

≥Backlight compensation

≥When the colour night view function is used

≥When the iris/gain is set

≥Help mode≥Recording

check≥Blank search≥Soft skin≥Tele macro

≥While recording to a tape

≥Colour Night View

≥While recording to a tape≥When the Card Recording

mode is used

≥Pro-Cinema Function


≥Continuous Photoshot

≥When [PICTURE SIZE] is set to other than [ ] or [ ]

≥When the shutter speed is 1/12 or slower

≥Video flash ≥While recording to a tape≥During demo mode≥When continuous

photoshot is used≥When the colour night

view function is used

≥Zoom microphone

≥An external microphone is used

≥Wind noise reduction

≥An external microphone is used

≥When Pro-Cinema Function is set

≥Scene mode ≥When setting the [AUTO/MANUAL/FOCUS] switch to [AUTO]


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Before requesting repair (Problems and solutions)Power/Body1: The movie camera power cannot be turned

on.• Is the battery fully charged? Use a fully

charged battery.• The battery protection circuit may have

operated. Attach the battery to the AC adaptor for 5 to 10 seconds. If the movie camera still cannot be used, the battery is faulty.

• Is the LCD monitor opened or the viewfinder extended?

2: The movie camera power is turned off automatically.

• If you set [POWER SAVE] to [5 MINUTES] and do not operate the movie camera for about 5 continuous minutes, the power is automatically turned off for tape protection and power conservation. To resume recording, turn the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF]. Then turn it to [ON] again. (-54-) Also, if you set [POWER SAVE] to [OFF], the power does not automatically turn off.

3: The movie camera power does not stay on long enough.

• Is the battery low? If the remaining battery power indication is flashing or the message “LOW BATTERY” is displayed, the battery has run down. Charge the battery or attach a fully charged battery. (-9-)

• Has condensation occurred? When you carry the movie camera from a cold place into a warm place, condensation may occur inside it. If so, the power is turned off automatically, disabling all operations except for taking cassettes out. Wait until the condensation indication disappears. (-62-)

4: Battery runs down quickly.• Is the battery fully charged? Charge it with the

AC adaptor. (-9-) • Are you using the battery in an extremely cold

place? The battery is affected by ambient temperature. In cold places, the operating time of the battery becomes shorter.

• Has the battery worn out? The battery has a limited life. If the operating time is still too short even after the battery is fully charged, depending on the usage, the battery has worn out and can no longer be used.

≥Change of white balance

≥When digital zoom (12k or higher) is used


≥When the shutter speed is 1/12 or slower in the Card Recording mode

≥Adjusting the shutter speed, iris/gain


≥When the scene mode is used

≥Variable-speed search

≥During repeat playback

≥Deleting files ≥When the write protect switch on the card is set to [LOCK]

≥When the file is protected

≥Formatting ≥When the write protect switch on the card is set to [LOCK]

≥Audio dubbing ≥The section of a tape recorded in LP mode

≥The blank section of a tape

≥Sounds sent through the DV terminal


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5: The movie camera cannot be operated though powered up.The movie camera does not operate normally.

• The movie camera cannot be operated unless you open the LCD monitor or extend the viewfinder.

• Remove the cassette and then press the [RESET] button. (-62-) If normal conditions are not restored yet, turn off the power. Then, about 1 minute later, turn on the power again. (Conducting the above operation when the access lamp is on may destroy the data on the card.)

6: The cassette cannot be removed.• Does the Status indicator comes on when

opening the cassette cover? (-10-) Make sure that the battery and the AC adaptor are properly connected. (-9-)

• Is the battery in use discharged? Charge the battery and remove the cassette.

• Close the cassette cover completely, and fully open it again. (-14-)

7: No operation other than cassette removal can be performed.

• Has condensation occurred? Wait until the condensation indication disappears. (-62-)

8: The remote control does not function.• Has the button-type battery of the remote

control run out? Replace it with a new button-type battery. (-21-)

• Is the setting on the remote control correct? If the setting on the remote control is not in agreement with the [REMOTE] setting on the movie camera, the remote control does not operate. (-22-)

Recording1: Recording does not start although power is

supplied to the movie camera and the cassette is correctly inserted.

• Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on the cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]), recording cannot be performed. (-14-)

• Is the tape wound to the end? Insert a new cassette.

• Is the recording mode set? When in the playback mode, recording cannot be performed. (-16-)

• Has condensation occurred? No operation other than cassette removal can be performed when condensation occurs. Wait until the condensation indication disappears. (-62-)

• Is the cassette cover open? If the cover is open, the movie camera may not operate normally. Close the cassette cover. (-14-)

2: The screen has changed suddenly.• Has the demonstration started? In the Tape

Recording mode, if you set [DEMO MODE] >> [ON] without inserting a cassette and a card, the demonstration starts. For normal use, set this function to [OFF]. (-55-)

3: A cassette cannot be inserted.• Has condensation occurred? Wait until the

condensation indication disappears.4: Auto focus function does not work.• Is manual focus mode selected? If auto focus

mode is selected, focus is automatically adjusted.

• There are some recording subjects and surroundings for which the auto focus does not operate correctly. (-67-) If so, use the manual focus mode to adjust the focus. (-39-)

• Is the colour night view function set? When the colour night view function is working, focusing shifts into the manual mode.

• Is the card slow shutter mode activated? In card slow shutter mode, focusing shifts into the manual mode.

5: The camera arbitrarily stops recording.• Is the AGS function activated? Record in the

normal horizontal position or set [AGS] to [OFF]. (-33-)

Indications1: A sentence is displayed in red in the screen

centre.• Read the contents and respond to them. (-57-)2: The time code becomes inaccurate.0 The time code indication counter may not be

constant in the reversed slow-motion playback, but this is not a malfunction.

3: The remaining tape time indication disappears.

• The remaining tape time indication may disappear temporarily during frame-by-frame playback or other operation. If you continue ordinary recording or playback, the indication is restored.

4: The remaining tape time Indication does not match the actual remaining tape time.

• If scenes of less than 15 seconds are continuously recorded, the remaining tape time cannot be correctly displayed.

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5: A function indication such as mode indication, remaining tape time indication, or time code indication is not shown.

• If you set [SETUP] >> [DISPLAY] >> [OFF], indications other than the tape running condition, warning, and date indications disappear.

Playback (Sound) 1: Sound is not played back from the built-in

speaker of the movie camera.0 Is the volume too low? During playback, push

the [s /VOLr] lever to display the volume indication and adjust it. (-41-)

2: Different sounds are reproduced at the same time.

• Have you set [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> [MIX]? If you set [AUDIO REC] >> [12bit] and dub audio to a recorded tape, you can hear the sound on recording and the sound dubbed at a later time. To hear the sounds separately, set to [ST1] or [ST2]. (-50-)

• Have you set [SETUP] >> [AUDIO OUT] >> [STEREO] and reproduced a picture containing the main sound and sub sound? Set to [L] to hear main sound, and set to [R] to hear the sub sound. (-55-)

3: Audio dubbing cannot be performed.• Is the accidental erasure prevention slider on

the cassette open? If it is open (set to [SAVE]), audio dubbing cannot be performed. (-14-)

• Are you attempting to edit a tape portion that was recorded in LP mode? LP mode does not allow audio dubbing. (-24-)

4: The original sound was erased when audio dubbing was performed.

• If you perform audio dubbing on a recording made in [16bit] mode, the original sound will be erased. If you wish to preserve the original sound, be sure to select [12bit] mode when recording.

5: Sounds cannot be played back.• Although a cassette with no audio dubbing is

being played, have you set [SETUP] >> [12bit AUDIO] >> [ST2]? To play back a cassette with no audio dubbing, set [12bit AUDIO] >> [ST1]. (-50-)

• Is the variable speed search function working? Press the [VAR SEARCH] button on the remote control to cancel the variable speed search function. (-42-)

Playback (Pictures) 1: Although the movie camera is correctly

connected to a TV, playback images cannot be seen.The images are vertical.

• Have you selected video input on the TV? Please read the operating instructions of your TV and select the channel that matches the input terminals used for the connection.

• Is the [TV ASPECT] setting correct? Change the setting to match the aspect ratio of the TV. [SETUP] >> [TV ASPECT] >> [16:9] or [4:3].

2: Mosaic-pattern noise appears on images during cue or review playback.

• This phenomenon is characteristic of digital video systems. It is not a malfunction.

3: Horizontal stripes appear on images during cue and review playback.

• Horizontal stripes may appear depending on the scene, but this is not a malfunction.

4: Playback picture is not clear.• Are the heads of the movie camera dirty? If the

heads are dirty, playback image cannot be clear. Clean the heads by using the head cleaner for digital video (Supplied). (-63-)

• If the terminal for the Multi cable is soiled, noises may appear on the screen. Wipe the soil off the terminal with a soft cloth, and then connect the cable to the A/V terminal.

• Is a picture containing a copyright protection signal (copy guard) being recorded? When a protected picture is played back by the movie camera, mosaic-like patterns appear on the picture.

Card1: Recorded pictures are not clear.• Have you set [BASIC] >> [PICT.QUALITY] >>

[ ]? If recording is done with it set to [ ], pictures with fine details may include a mosaic-like pattern. Set [PICT.QUALITY] >> [ ]. (-28-)

2: A file recorded on a card cannot be deleted.• Is the file locked? Locked files cannot be

deleted. (-46-) • For the SD Memory Card, if its write protect

switch is set to [LOCK], then deletion is disabled. (-15-)

3: Photoshot playback images do not look normal.

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4: Even if a card is formatted, it cannot be used.

• Either the movie camera or the card may be damaged. Please consult a dealer. Use an SD Memory Card from 8 MB to 2 GB with this unit.

5: During playback, [UNPLAYABLE CARD] is displayed.

• The image was either recorded in a different format, or data is damaged.

Others1: The indication disappears, the screen is

frozen, or no operation can be performed.• Turn off the power to the movie camera. If the

power cannot be turned off, press the [RESET] button, or detach the battery or AC adaptor and then reattach it. After that, turn on the power again. If normal operation is still not restored, detach the power connected, and consult the dealer who you purchased the movie camera from.

2: “PUSH THE RESET SWITCH” is displayed.• An irregularity in the movie camera has been

automatically detected. Remove the cassette or the card for data protection and then press the [RESET] button with the boss A. The movie camera will be activated.

• If you do not press the [RESET] button, the power to the movie camera is turned off automatically about 1 minute later.

• Even after you press the [RESET] button, the indication may still appear repeatedly. If so, the movie camera needs repair. Detach the power connected, and consult the dealer who you purchased the movie camera from. Do not attempt to repair the appliance by yourself.

3: Even if connected by the USB cable, the movie camera is not recognized by the PC.

• Is the USB driver installed? For information, refer to the operating instructions for PC connection (separate volume).

4: When the USB cable is disconnected, an error message will appear on PC.

• To disconnect the USB cable safely, double-click the [ ] icon in the task tray and follow the instructions on the screen.

5: The movie camera malfunctions on editing, dubbing from digital video equipment, or using “MotionDV STUDIO 5.6E LE for DV” or “SweetMovieLife”.

• If a tape is recorded in multiple modes such as SP and LP (recording mode), 12bit and 16bit (sound recording mode), 4:3 and wide, recorded and unrecorded parts, the movie camera may malfunction at a point where the mode switches. When you edit, do not record in multiple modes.

6: The warning/alarm indication [°] appears when the camera is operated in the WEB camera mode.

• Did you press the menu button or the recording start/stop button? You cannot use the menu or record onto the tape/card in the WEB camera mode.

• Is the setting for the remote control correct?• Did you attempt to play a tape without inserting

it? Insert a tape.• Did you attempt to play a tape with copyright

protection (copy guard)? Pictures of the tape with copyright protection (copy guard) cannot be displayed on the PC. (The audio of the tape can be played.)

• Is the USB driver installed? For details, refer to the operating instructions for PC connection.

Cautions for UseIn the event of abnormal operation (e.g. if the unit emits smoke or an unusual smell), immediately stop operating the unit and consult the Panasonic Customer Care Centre on 132600.

ª About condensationIf you turn the movie camera on when condensation occurs on the head or the tape, condensation indication [3] is displayed on the viewfinder or the LCD monitor and the messages [3DEW DETECT] or [3EJECT TAPE] (only when the tape is inserted) appear. If so, follow the procedure below.1 Remove the tape if it is inserted.

≥It takes about 20 seconds to open the cassette holder. This is not a malfunction.

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2 Leave the movie camera with the cassette cover closed to cool or warm it to the ambient temperature.

≥The Status indicator blinks for about 1 minute and then the movie camera automatically turns off. Leave it for about 1.5 to 2 hours.

3 Turn the movie camera on again, set it to the Tape Recording/Playback Mode and then check if the condensation indication disappears.

Especially in cold areas, moisture may be frozen. If so, it may take more time before the condensation indication disappears.Watch for condensation even before the condensation indication is displayed.≥If the indicator of the condensation does not

display on the LCD monitor and/or viewfinder and you notice condensation on the lens or the main unit, do not open the cassette cover otherwise condensation may be formed on the heads or the cassette tape.

When the lens is fogged:Set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF] and leave the movie camera in this condition for about 1 hour. When the lens temperature becomes close to the ambient temperature, the fogging disappears naturally.

ª About dirty headsIf video heads (the parts that closely contact with the tape) become dirty, normal recording and playback are not properly performed. Clean the heads with the digital video head cleaner.≥Insert the head cleaner into the movie camera,

set it to the Tape Playback Mode, and play it back for about 10 seconds. (If you do not stop the playback, it automatically stops about 15 seconds later.)

≥We recommend cleaning the heads periodically.If the heads become dirty, “NEED HEAD CLEANING” appears during recording. During playback, moreover, the following symptoms appear.

≥Mosaic-like noise appears partially or the sound is interrupted.

≥Black or blue mosaic-like horizontal stripes appear.

≥The whole screen becomes black and there is no picture and sound.

When normal playback cannot be performed even after the head cleaningOne possible cause is that normal recording could not be performed because the heads were dirty at the time of recording. Clean the heads, and perform recording and playback again. If normal playback can be performed, the heads are clean. Before an important recording, be sure to conduct a test recording to make sure that normal recording can be performed.≥If the heads become dirty soon after cleaning,

the problem may be attributable to the tape. If so, try another cassette.

≥During playback, the picture or sound may be interrupted momentarily, but this is not a malfunction of the movie camera. (One possible cause is that the playback is interrupted by dirt or dust that momentarily adheres to the heads.)

ª About the movie camera≥When the movie camera is used for a long time,

the camera body becomes warm, but this is not a malfunction.

Keep the movie camera away from magnetized equipment such as a cellular phones, microwave ovens, TVs, and video game equipment.≥If you use the movie camera on or near a TV,

images or sounds may be disturbed due to electromagnetic wave radiation.

≥Recordings on the tape may be damaged, or images may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.

≥Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by digital circuits including microprocessor may adversely affect the movie camera, causing the disturbance of images and sounds.

≥If the movie camera is affected by such equipment and does not function properly, turn off the movie camera power and detach the battery or AC adaptor. Then, connect the battery or AC adaptor again and turn on the movie camera power.

Do not use your movie camera near radio transmitters or high-voltage cables.≥If you record pictures near radio transmitters or

high-voltage cables, recorded images or sounds may be adversely affected.

Do not spray insecticides or volatile chemicals onto the movie camera.≥If the movie camera is sprayed with such

chemicals, the camera body may become deformed and the surface finish may peel off.

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When you use your movie camera in a sandy or dusty place such as on a beach, do not let sand or fine dust get into the body and terminals of the movie camera. Also, protect the movie camera from getting wet.≥Sand or dust may damage the movie camera or

cassette. (Care should be taken when inserting and removing a cassette.)

≥If sea water splashes onto the movie camera, wet a soft cloth with tap water, wring it well, and use it to wipe the camera body carefully. Then, wipe it again thoroughly with a soft dry cloth.

While carrying the movie camera, do not drop or bump it.≥A strong impact on the movie camera may

break its housing, causing it to malfunction.Do not use benzine, paint thinner or alcohol for cleaning the movie camera.≥Before cleaning, detach the battery or pull out

the AC mains lead from the AC mains socket.≥The camera body may be discoloured and the

surface finish may peel off.≥Wipe the movie camera with a soft dry cloth to

remove dust and fingerprints. To remove stubborn stains, wring well a cloth that is soaked in a neutral detergent diluted with water and wipe the movie camera with it. Afterwards, wipe it with a dry cloth.

≥When you use a chemical dust cloth, follow the instructions.

Do not use this movie camera for surveillance purposes or other business use.≥If you use the movie camera for a long time, the

internal temperature increases and, consequently, this may cause malfunction.

≥This movie camera is not intended for business use.

When you are not going to use movie camera for an extended time≥When storing the unit in a cupboard or a

cabinet, it is recommended that you put a desiccant (silica gel) in with it.

ª About the batteryThe battery used in the movie camera is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. This battery is susceptible to temperature and humidity, and the effect of temperature increases with increasing or decreasing temperature. In the low temperature range, the fully charged indication may not appear, or the low battery indication may appear about 5 minutes after the start of use. At high temperature, moreover, the protection function may work, disabling use of the movie camera.

Be sure to detach the battery after use≥If the battery is left attached to the movie

camera, a minute amount of current is consumed even when the movie camera power is [OFF]. If the battery is left attached to the movie camera for a long time, over-discharge takes place. The battery may become unusable after it is charged.

≥The battery should be stored in a cool place free from humidity, with as constant temperature as possible. (Recommended temperature: 15 oC to 25 oC, Recommended humidity: 40% to 60%)

≥Extremely high temperatures or low temperatures will shorten the life of the battery.

≥If the battery is kept in a high-temperature, high-humidity, or oily-smoky places, the terminals may rust and cause malfunctions.

≥To store the battery for a long period of time, we recommend you charge it once every year and store it again after you have completely used up the charged capacity.

≥Dust and other matter attached to the battery terminals should be removed.

Prepare spare batteries when going out for recording.≥Prepare batteries appropriate to 3 to 4 times the

period during you want to record pictures in. In cold places such as a ski resort, the period during which you can record pictures is shortened.

≥When you travel, do not forget to bring an AC adaptor so that you can recharge the batteries at your destination.

If you drop the battery accidentally, check to see if the terminals are deformed.≥Attaching a deformed battery to the movie

camera or AC adaptor may damage the movie camera or AC adaptor.

Do not throw old battery into fire.≥Heating a battery or throwing it into a fire may

result in an explosion.≥If the operating time is very short even after the

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ª About the AC adaptor≥If the battery is warm, charging requires more

time than normal.≥If the temperature of the battery is extremely

high or extremely low, the [CHARGE] lamp may continue flashing, and the battery may not be charged. After the battery temperature has decreased or increased sufficiently, recharging starts automatically. So, wait for a while. If the lamp still continues flashing even after the recharging, the battery or AC adaptor may be faulty. If so, please contact a dealer.

≥If you use the AC adaptor near a radio, radio reception may be disturbed. Keep the AC adaptor 1 metre or more away from radio.

≥When using the AC adaptor, it may generate whirring sounds. However, this is normal.

≥After use, be sure to pull out the AC mains lead from the AC mains socket. (If they are left connected, a minute amount of current is consumed.)

≥Always keep the electrodes of the AC adaptor and battery clean.

ª About the cassetteNever place the cassette in a high temperature place.≥The tape may be damaged, producing

mosaic-like noise at the time of playback.When storing the cassette after use, be sure to rewind the tape to the beginning and take it out. ≥If the cassette is left for more than 6 months

(depending on the storage condition) in the movie camera or stopped midway, the tape may sag and be damaged.

≥Once every 6 months, wind the tape to the end and then rewind it to the beginning. If the cassette is left for 1 year or longer without winding or rewinding, the tape may be deformed by expansion or shrinkage attributable to temperature and humidity. The wound tape may stick to itself.

≥Dust, direct sunlight (ultraviolet rays), and humidity may damage the tape. Such usage may cause damage to the movie camera and the heads.

≥After use, be sure to rewind the tape to the beginning, put the cassette in the case to protect it from dust, and store it upright.

Keep the cassette away from strong magnetism.≥Apparatuses using magnets such as magnetic

necklaces and toys have magnetic force that is stronger than expected, and they may erase the contents of a recording or may increase noise.

ª About the cardWhen inserting or removing the card, always set the [OFF/ON] switch to [OFF].When the access lamp is illuminated (During access to the card), do not pull out the card, rotate the mode dial, turn off the power, or cause any vibrations or impact. Do not leave the card in places where there is high temperature or direct sunlight, or where electromagnetic waves or static electricity are easily generated. Moreover, do not fold or drop the card, and do not strongly vibrate it.≥The card may break or the contents of the card

may be destroyed or erased.After use, be sure to remove the card from the movie camera for storage.≥After use, or when storing or carrying the card,

put it in the storage case.≥Do not allow dust, water, or foreign substances

to adhere to the terminals on the back of the card. Moreover, do not touch the terminals with your hand.

ª Folder structure of the cardThe folder structure of the card formatted by the movie camera will be displayed on the PC as the illustration below.

≥Up to 999 pictures can be recorded on 100CDPFP folder etc.

≥Files with the DPOF settings can be recorded on MISC folder.

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ª LCD monitor/viewfinderLCD monitor≥When the LCD monitor gets dirty, wipe it with a

dry soft cloth. ≥In a place with drastic temperature changes,

condensation may form on the LCD monitor. Wipe it with soft dry cloth.

≥If your movie camera is extremely cold, the LCD monitor is slightly darker than usual immediately after you turn the power on. However, as the internal temperature increases, it goes back to normal brightness.

Viewfinder≥To remove dust from inside the viewfinder,

dismount the viewfinder first. When the dust is difficult to remove, get rid of it with a cotton swab dampened with water. Then wipe the viewfinder with a dry cotton swab.

≥To clean the inside of the viewfinder, keep pressing 1 and hold the eyecup 2 and pull it out.

ª Periodical check-ups≥To maintain the highest image quality, we

recommend replacing worn parts such as heads after approx. 1000 hours of use. (This, however, depends on operating conditions including temperature, humidity and dust.)

Explanation of terms

ª Automatic white balanceWhite balance adjustment recognizes the colour of light and adjusts so the white colour will become a pure white. The movie camera determines the hue of light that comes through the lens and white balance sensor, thereby judging the recording condition, and selects the closest hue setting. This is called automatic white balance adjustment. However, since the movie camera only stores white colour information under several light sources, automatic white balance adjustment does not function normally under the other light sources.

Outside of the effective range of automatic white balance adjustment, the image will become reddish or bluish. Even within the effective range of automatic white balance adjustment, the automatic white balance adjustment may not function properly if there is more than one light source. For light outside the functional auto white balance adjustment range, use the manual white balance adjustment mode.1) The effective range of automatic white

balance adjustment on this movie camera2) Blue sky3) TV screen 4) Cloudy sky (rain)5) Sunlight6) White fluorescent lamp7) 2 hours after sunrise or before sunset8) 1 hour after sunrise or before sunset9) Halogen light bulb10) Incandescent light bulb11) Sunrise or sunset12) Candlelight

Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the LCD monitor screen featuring a total of approximately 123,000 pixels. The result is more than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

Extremely high precision technology is employed to produce the viewfinder screen featuring a total of approximately 123,000 pixels. The result is more than 99.99% effective pixels with a mere 0.01% of the pixels inactive or always lit. However, this is not a malfunction and does not affect the recorded picture.

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ª White balanceThe image recorded by the movie camera may become bluish or reddish under the influence of light sources. To avoid such phenomena, adjust the white balance.White balance adjustment determines the white colour under different light sources. By recognizing which is the white colour under sunlight and which is the white colour under a fluorescent lamp, the movie camera can adjust the balance among the other colours.Since white colour is the reference of all colours (light), the movie camera can record pictures in a natural hue if it can recognize the reference white colour.

ª Auto focusAuto focus automatically moves the focusing lens forward and backward inside the movie camera to bring the subject into focus.Auto focus has the following characteristics.≥Adjusts so that the vertical lines of a subject are

seen more clearly.≥Attempts to bring an object with higher contrast

into focus.≥Focuses on the screen centre only.Due to these characteristics, auto focus does not work correctly in the following situations. Record pictures in the manual focus mode.Recording a subject with one end located closer to the movie camera and the other end farther away from it

≥As auto focus adjusts at the centre of an image, it may be impossible to focus on a subject that is located in both the foreground and background.

Recording a subject behind dirty or dusty glass

≥The subject behind the glass will not be focused because the focus is on the dirty glass.

Recording a subject that is surrounded by objects with glossy surfaces or by highly reflective objects

≥The recording subject may become blurry because the movie camera focuses on the objects with glossy surfaces or on highly reflective objects.

Recording a subject in dark surroundings≥The movie camera cannot focus correctly

because the light information that comes through the lens decreases considerably.

Recording a fast-moving subject≥As the focus lens-inside moves mechanically,

it cannot keep up with a fast-moving subject.Recording a subject with little contrast

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Digital Video CameraInformation for your safety

Recording format:Mini DV (Consumer-use digital video SD format)

Tape used: 6.35 mm digital video tape

Recording/playback time:SP: 80 min; LP: 120 min (with DVM80)

VideoRecording system:

Digital componentTelevision system:

CCIR: 625 lines, 50 fields PAL colour signalAudioRecording system:

PCM digital recording16 bit (48 kHz/2 ch), 12 bit (32 kHz/4 ch)

Image sensor:1/4.7-inch 3CCD image sensor[Effective pixels]Moving picture: 690 Kk3 (4:3), 710 Kk3 (16:9)/Still picture: 990 Kk3 (4:3), 740 Kk3 (16:9)/Total: 1070 Kk3

Lens:Auto iris, F1.6 to F2.8, Focal length; 3.3 mm to 39.6 mm, Macro (Full range AF)

Filter diameter:43 mm

Zoom:12:1 Power zoom

Monitor:2.7-inch LCD

Viewfinder:Colour electronic viewfinder

Microphone:Stereo (with a zoom function)

Speaker:1 round speaker ‰ 20 mm

Standard illumination:1,400 lx

Minimum required illumination:2 lx (Colour Night View Mode)

Video output level:1.0 Vp-p, 75 ≠

S-Video output level:Y Output: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ≠C Output: 0.3 Vp-p, 75 ≠

Audio output level (Line):316 mV, 600 ≠

Mic input:Mic sensitivity –50 dB (0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz) (Stereo mini jack)

USB:Card reader/writer function, USB 2.0 compliant(Hi-Speed)No copyright protection supportPictBridge-compliant

Digital interface:DV input/output terminal (IEEE1394, 4-pin)

Video flash:GN 5.3

Dimensions:Approx. 91 mm (W) k73 mm (H) k153 mm (D)(excluding the projection parts)

Mass:Approx. 570 g (without supplied battery, DV cassette and lens cap) Approx. 670 g (with supplied battery, DV cassette and lens cap)

Operating temperature:0 oC to 40 oC

Operating humidity:10% to 80%

Card memory functionsRecording media:

SD Memory Card (8 MB/16 MB/32 MB/64 MB/128 MB/256 MB/512 MB/1 GB/2 GB (Maximum))

Still picture recording file format:JPEG (Design rule for Camera File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard), DPOF corresponding

Still picture size:2288k17282288k12881600k12001280k9601280k720640k480640k360

WEB cameraCompression:

Motion JPEGImage size:

320k240 pixels (QVGA) Frame rate:

Approx. 6 fps

Power source:DC 7.9/7.2 V

Power consumption:Recording4.2 W (When using viewfinder)4.5 W (When using LCD monitor)

Please confirm the latest information on the following website.http://panasonic.co.jp/pavc/global/cs(This Site is English only.)


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AC adaptor VSK0651Information for your safety

Dimensions:Approx. 61 mm (W) k32 mm (H) k91 mm (D)

Mass:Approx. 110 g

Mass and dimensions are approximate values.Specifications may change without prior notice.

4:3 mode:

≥¢ is displayed only in Tape Recording Mode.≥The numbers shown in the table are approximations.≥These figures vary depending on the subject being photographed.

Power source:AC 110 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption:19 W

DC output:DC 7.9 V, 1.4 A (Movie camera operation)DC 8.4 V, 0.65 A (Battery charging)

Maximum number of still pictures recordable on an SD Memory Card (optional)

16:9/PRO-CINEMA mode:

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PICT. QUALITY

8 MB 45 95 12 19 3 5

16 MB 100 200 29 46 8 14

32 MB 220 440 64 98 19 30

64 MB 440 880 130 200 40 64

128 MB 880 1760 250 390 78 125

256 MB 1760 3520 530 810 165 260

512 MB 3520 7040 1040 1600 330 510

1 GB 7040 14080 2090 3200 650 1030

2 GB 14080 28160 4250 6510 1330 2090

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8 MB 45 95 9 15 5 9 2 4

16 MB 100 200 21 35 13 21 6 10

32 MB 220 440 47 75 30 47 14 22

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128 MB 880 1760 185 300 120 185 57 91

256 MB 1760 3520 390 620 250 390 120 190

512 MB 3520 7040 780 1230 500 780 240 380

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